Right Pterygomandibular Raphe (Raphe pterygomandibularis dexter)
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Anatomy
The right pterygomandibular raphe is a fibrous tendinous band connecting the right pterygoid hamulus to the mandible, bounding the pterygomandibular space.
Clinical notes
Pterygomandibular space abscesses secondary to dental infection spread along the raphe into the lateral pharyngeal space.
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FAQ
What is the role of the Right Pterygomandibular Raphe?
The right pterygomandibular raphe is a fibrous tendinous band connecting the right pterygoid hamulus to the mandible, bounding the pterygomandibular space.
Why is the Right Pterygomandibular Raphe clinically important?
Pterygomandibular space abscesses secondary to dental infection spread along the raphe into the lateral pharyngeal space.
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