What Is the Plica Triangularis?

The tonsillar fossa (or tonsillar sinus) is a space delineated by the triangular fold (plica triangularis) of the palatoglossal and palatopharyngeal arches within the lateral wall of the oral cavity. . In many cases, however, this sinus is obliterated by its walls becoming adherent to the palatine tonsils

palatine tonsils
In adults, each palatine tonsil normally measures up to 2.5 cm in length, 2.0 cm in width and 1.2 cm in thickness. The adenoid grows until the age of 5, starts to shrink at the age of 7 and becomes very small in adulthood.
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What is a tonsillar fossa definition?

The tonsillar fossa (Tonsillar sinus; ; Tonsillar bed) is the depression between the palatoglossal and palatopharyngeal arches (as well as the triangular and semilunar folds) occupied by the palatine tonsil.

What part of the body is affected by Quinsy?

Quinsy, also known as a peritonsillar abscess, is a rare and potentially serious complication of tonsillitis. The abscess (a collection of pus) forms between one of your tonsils and the wall of your throat. This can happen when a bacterial infection spreads from an infected tonsil to the surrounding area.

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