Thyroid Cartilage

The thyroid cartilage is a large, somewhat triangular cartilage located in the neck. It is part of the larynx and provides structural support for the larynx. It also helps in producing sounds during speech. The thyroid cartilage is the large "Adam's apple" that is visible and often more prominent in men than women. The cartilage is commonly affected by thyroid cancer, and is thus often used for diagnostic and prognostic testing. Additionally, it is also used in certain surgical procedures, such as laryngoplasty, to alter and improve the appearance of the neck.