Swallowing

Swallowing happens when food goes through the mouth of a person or animal into their throat. During swallowing, the food passes through a few organs called the pharynx, esophagus and lastly the stomach.

Swallowing Media

• Real-time MRI – swallowing

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  Sagittal view of mouth and pharynx

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  A pelican swallowing a fish