Which of the following is not correct pertaining to the retropharyngeal space?

A) It is between the prevertebral fascia and the buccopharyngeal fascia.
B) It is closed inferiorly by the pretracheal fascia.
C) It is closed laterally by the carotid sheath.
D) It facilitates movement of the pharynx, larynx, and esophagus relative to the vertebral column during swallowing.
E) It is subdivided by the alar fascia.


Ans: B

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