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neuro final - Stages of Swallowing
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04/21/2010
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Term
Stages of Swallowing
 Definition

1. Oral Stage

2. Pharyngeal Stage

3. Esophageal Stage
Term
Oral Stage
 Definition

- voluntary acceptance; manipulation, preparation & transport of Bolus

- variable in duration depending on Consistency, Taste, Temperature
Term
Pharyngeal Stage
 Definition

- Involuntary

- triggers ~ when head of bolus reaches base of tongue

- complex sequence involving muscles of soft palate, base of tongue, pharyngeal wall, larynx, hyoid
Term
Esophageal Phase
 Definition

- Involuntary - under somatic & autonomic control

- UES opens to accept Bolus, which passes through from Hypopharynx into Esophagus
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