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Record 1 2011-05-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Symptoms (Medicine)
DEF

Contraction of the constrictor muscles of the pharynx in response to stimulation of the posterior pharyngeal wall or neighboring structures.

OBS

The term "gag reflex" was recommended by the Medical Signs and Symptoms Committee.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Symptômes (Médecine)
DEF

Contraction spasmodique des muscles constricteurs pharyngés provoquée par l'excitation de la paroi postérieure du pharynx et accompagnée d'une réaction nauséeuse.

OBS

Le terme «réflexe nauséeux» a été privilégié par le Comité de sémiologie médicale.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Síntomas (Medicina)
DEF

Reflejo normal provocado al tocar el paladar blando o la faringe posterior. La respuesta consiste en elevación del paladar, retracción de la lengua y contracción de los músculos faríngeos.

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