The retrovisceral space is divided into the retropharyngeal space and the danger space by the alar fascia. It is of particular clinical importance because it is a main route by which oropharyngeal infections can spread into the mediastinum.

Some sources say the retrovisceral space is the same as the retropharyngeal space.[1]

Other sources say that the retrovisceral space is "continuous superiorly" with the retropharyngeal space.[2]

References

  1. ^ Advanced Therapy in Thoracic Surgery. pmph usa. 2005. p. 442. ISBN 1-55009-080-1.
  2. ^ Moxham, Bernard J.; Langdon, John W. (2002). Surgical Management of the Infratemporal Fossa. Informa Healthcare. p. 89. ISBN 1-899066-79-9.


Allikas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retrovisceral_space
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