
Observations Associated with Masticatory Dysfunction in a Patient with Down's Syndrome
Specialty: | Otolaryngology Nutrition |
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Description: | A patient with Down's syndrome (Trisomy 21) may have difficulty with mastication and swallowing. Certain observations can help to identify a patient who may benefit from a careful assessment of masticatory function. |
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