Deglutition Disorders

Difficulty in SWALLOWING which may result from neuromuscular disorder or mechanical obstruction. Dysphagia is classified into two distinct types: oropharyngeal dysphagia due to malfunction of the PHARYNX and UPPER ESOPHAGEAL SPHINCTER; and esophageal dysphagia due to malfunction of the ESOPHAGUS.

Also Known As:

Dysphagia; Dysphagia, Esophageal; Swallowing Disorder; Swallowing Disorders; Esophageal Dysphagia; Oropharyngeal Dysphagia; Deglutition Disorder; Disorders, Deglutition; Dysphagia, Oropharyngeal

Digestive System Diseases: 1042
- Gastrointestinal Diseases: 5874
  - Esophageal Diseases: 379
    - Deglutition Disorders: 9385
Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases: 203
- Pharyngeal Diseases: 21
  - Deglutition Disorders: 9385

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