Swallowing is the process by which food, liquid, saliva, and pharyngeal secretions are
transferred from the oral cavity and the pharynx to the esophagus and the stomach. Normal …

The scope of pediatric dysphagia spans ages from birth to young adulthood. The functional
concerns include sucking and swallowing in infancy; transition to semisolid purees; the …

The process of enteral feeding involves intake of solid or liquid substance to support
appropriate nutritional status, which is vital to maintain human health. More importantly in …

Pediatric dysphagia is a clinical problem that crosses disciplines. Children may be seen by
numerous medical specialties including pediatric otolaryngology, gastroenterology …

Feeding and swallowing disorders in the pediatric population are becoming more common,
particularly in infants born prematurely and in children with chronic medical conditions. The …

The scope of pediatric swallowing disorders includes latching, sucking, feeding, and
breathing, as well as the sensory and motor components that coordinate these functions …

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Difficulty swallowing or dysphagia can be present in children and adults alike. Pediatric
dysphagias have long been recognized in the literature. Certain groups of infants with …

Management of pediatric dysphagia is extremely complex and often requires a
multidisciplinary approach. Children with dysphagia are at increased risk for developing …

Swallowing disorders can be identified at all ages. Coughing, choking, and wet respirations
with feeding are all evidence of feeding problems in newborns and children. When left …