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Swallowing disorders.

A Merlo1, S Cohen

  • 1Department of Medicine, Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19140.

Annual Review of Medicine
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary
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Swallowing difficulties, known as dysphagia, disrupt the normal passage of food and liquids to the stomach. Differentiating between obstructive causes and motility disorders is key for diagnosis.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Physiology

Background:

  • Swallowing is a complex physiological process essential for nutrient intake.
  • Dysphagia signifies a disruption in this process, impacting oral intake and potentially leading to malnutrition.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the pathophysiology of dysphagia.
  • To differentiate between obstructive lesions and motility disorders as causes of dysphagia.

Main Methods:

  • Review of physiological mechanisms of swallowing.
  • Analysis of clinical features and diagnostic approaches for dysphagia.

Main Results:

  • Dysphagia results from impaired swallow initiation or esophageal emptying.
  • Obstructive lesions and motility disorders present distinct clinical profiles.

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Conclusions:

  • Understanding the underlying cause of dysphagia is crucial for effective management.
  • Clinical presentation and diagnostic evaluation guide the differential diagnosis of swallowing disorders.