Deglutition - ț̢
The act of taking solids and liquids into the GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT through the mouth and throat.
Synonyms : Deglutitions, Swallowings
Deglutition Disorders - ț̢
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.