Figure 21 The pharynx and the esophagus The pharynx and the esophagus are immediately anterior to C1 and C2. Level: Structures: Other Structures: Pathology: Procedure: View: C1 – C2 Neural: Brainstem and spinal cord Dura Pharynx and esophagus Normal None Composite (3/4), Front, Lateral, Caudal