The Laryngopharynx Continues as the Esophagus at the Level of The

Question

The laryngopharynx continues as the esophagus at the level of the:
A) Hyoid bone
B) Cricoid cartilage
C) Soft palate
D) Pharyngeal tonsils

Accepted Answer

The laryngopharynx continues as the esophagus at the level of the cricoid cartilage, which is located at the C6 vertebral level.