The Importance of Extensional Rheology in Bolus Control during Swallowing
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-52269-4
Abstract: Thickened fluids are commonly used in the medical management of individuals who suffer swallowing difficulty (known as dysphagia). Previous studies have shown that the rheological properties of a liquid affect the flow behavior of the… read more here.
Keywords: pharyngeal transit; viscosity; rheology; bolus ... See more keywords