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This chapter reviews the changes in gastrointestinal motor and sensory function associated with healthy ageing and their clinical significance, together with what is known of the underlying causes. Illnesses with gastrointestinal complications that are common in the elderly are also discussed, along with medications that may affect gastrointestinal motility. Particular focus is given to the oesophagus, stomach, and small intestinal motility since oropharyngeal swallowing disorders (Chapter 57), the gall bladder (Chapter 18), and the colon and anorectum (Chapter 20) are dealt with elsewhere, as are the mucosal functions of secretion and absorption (see Chapters 15, 16, 19, and 21).