If Peristalsis in the Esophagus Is Insufficient to Carry an Especially

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Multiple Choice

If peristalsis in the esophagus is insufficient to carry an especially large bolus of food through the esophagus to the stomach, what happens to dislodge this trapped food?

• A)A secondary peristaltic wave is initiated by the swallowing centre.
• B)A secondary peristaltic wave is initiated by distention of the esophagus, mediated by the intrinsic nerve plexuses.
• C) The food remains in the esophagus until the swallowing mechanism is voluntarily initiated once again.
• D) Increased esophageal mucus secretion occurs to lubricate the stuck bolus so that it can slide to the stomach.

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