Secondary Peristalsis

question 16

Multiple Choice

Secondary peristalsis

• A) Cannot occur after vagotomy (cutting of the vagus nerve)
• B) Is a local reflex
• C) Requires stretch of the upper esophageal sphincter
• D) Requires contraction of the upper esophageal sphincter
• E) Occurs only with liquids

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