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 esophageal sphincter; and esophageal dysphagia
due to malfunction of the esophagus. [MeSH];
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. [MeSH]