The anatomical location of Reinke's space of larynx is in:: (A) False vocal cord, (B) True vocal cord, (C) Prelaryngeal space, (D) Retropharyngeal space
Answer is B. Under the epithelium of vocal cords is a potential space with scanty subepithelial connective tissues. It is known as Reinke's space. It is bounded above and below by the arcuate lines; in front, by anterior commissure, and behind by vocal process of arytenoid. Oedema of this space causes fusiform swelling of the membranous cords (Reinke's oedema).