Pterygomandibular raphe

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Dorlands/Elsevier r_03/12692990 FMA 55618		TA A05.3.01.102

Latin raphe pterygomandibularis Similar Danger space, Parapharyngeal space, Retropharyngeal space

The pterygomandibular raphe (pterygomandibular ligament) is a ligamentous band of the buccopharyngeal fascia, attached superiorly to the pterygoid hamulus of the medial pterygoid plate, and inferiorly to the posterior end of the mylohyoid line of the mandible.

Its medial surface is covered by the mucous membrane of the mouth.

Its lateral surface is separated from the ramus of the mandible by a quantity of adipose tissue.

Its posterior border gives attachment to the superior pharyngeal constrictor muscle.

Its anterior border attaches to the posterior edge of the buccinator.

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