Esophageal dysphagia refers to the sensation of difficulty swallowing or food getting stuck in
the esophagus after it is swallowed as it traverses from the mouth toward the stomach …

Dysphagia is any disorder of the swallowing process. It can be classified according to the
disordered phase of swallowing: oral dysphagia, pharyngeal dysphagia, esophageal …

Swallowing is an elaborate process that requires neuromuscular coordination. Pediatric
esophageal dysphagia is broadly categorized into structural and nonstructural causes. The …

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 …

Dysphagia, or difficulty with swallowing, may present alone or with accompanying signs and
symptoms. The evaluation of dysphagia is guided by an accurate and thorough history …

Importance Awareness of swallowing dysfunction in the pediatric population is growing. As
many as 50% of parents report that their otherwise healthy children have a feeding problem …

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

Swallowing is an important developmental process for human life. It requires the
cooperation of the mouth, pharynx, and esophagus for successful completion. Esophageal …