Chapter 9 - Swallowing in Aging Population Flashcards

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Presbyphagia

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The continuous degeneration of swallowing function as a result of aging

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Sarcopenia

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syndrome characterized by progressive and generalized loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength and/or physical performance

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