Anatomy & Physiology: Bones—Skull, Paranasal Sinuses.
Structure.
- Cavities near the nasal cavity that have a mucousal membrane lining that are continuous with nasal cavity lining.
Function.
- Lighten the weight of the skull.
- Increase area of nasal mucosa for filtering, warming, and moistening the air.
Clinical Significance.
Paranasal sinuses. Used with permission by 3D4Medical.
References
Biel, A. (2015). Trail guide to the body: A hands-on guide to locating muscles, bones and more.
Jenkins, G., & Tortora, G. J. (2012). Anatomy and Physiology: From Science to Life, 3rd Edition International Stu. John Wiley & Sons.
Muscolino, J. E. (2017). The muscular system manual: The skeletal muscles of the human body.
