somatic swallow

so·mat·ic swal·low

a swallowing pattern with muscular contractions that appear to be under control of the person at a subconscious level; distinguished from visceral swallow.

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so·mat·ic swal·low

(sō-mat'ik swahl'ō)

A swallowing pattern with muscular contractions that appear to be under control of the person at a subconscious level; distinguished from visceral swallow.

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

so·mat·ic swal·low

(sō-mat'ik swahl'ō)

Swallowing pattern with muscular contractions that appear to be under someone's control at a subconscious level.

Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012