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Preferred Label : Epiglottis;

NCIt synonyms : Epiglottic;

NCIt definition : A small cartilagenous flap-like valve that closes over the larynx during swallowing to prevent food entering the lungs.;

Alternative definition : ICDO3: excludes anterior surface of epiglottis C10.1; NCI-GLOSS: The flap that covers the trachea during swallowing so that food does not enter the lungs.; CDISC: A small cartilagenous flap-like valve that closes over the larynx during swallowing to prevent food entering the lungs. (NCI);

Codes from synonyms : CDR0000046421;

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