Nerve supply to vocal cords is by_____________?
Correct answer: D. Internal and recurrent laryngeal nerve
- A. Internal laryngeal nerve
- B. Recurrent laryngeal nerve
- C. Superior laryngeal nerve
- D. Internal and recurrent laryngeal nerve
Explanation
The recurrent laryngeal nerve supplies motor innervation to nearly all intrinsic laryngeal muscles, while the internal laryngeal nerve supplies sensation above the vocal folds. Therefore, considering both motor and sensory supply, both nerves are involved.
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