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If the glottis fails to close properly when swallowing food, it can lead to aspiration, where food or liquid enters the airway instead of the esophagus. This can cause choking, coughing, or even aspiration pneumonia, as the foreign material can irritate or infect the lungs. Proper closure of the glottis is essential to protect the airway during swallowing.

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