ICD-11 definition : 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 oesophageal sphincter; and oesophageal
dysphagia due to malfunction of the oesophagus.;
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 oesophageal sphincter; and oesophageal
dysphagia due to malfunction of the oesophagus.