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Peristalsis

Peristalsis

Peristalsis is a series of normal coordinated, rhythmic muscle contractions that occur automatically to move food through the digestive tract.


Review Date: 04/13/2006
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team

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