ROENTGENOLOGIC CONSIDERATIONS OF THE HYOID APPARATUS

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Abstract
Anomalies and traumatic conditions of the hyoid bone are discussed. The anomalous junction between the greater cornua of the hyoid bone and the cornua of the thyroid cartilage is considered an atavistic occurrence of no clinical significance. Fractures of the hyoid bone may be due to direct trauma or secondary to muscular pull. The recognition of hyoid fractures as well as the pitfalls in diagnosis require an appreciation of normal roentgen anatomy. An attempt has been made to present the normal roentgen anatomy as well as the variations that may occur.

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