The modified Valsalva manoeuvre to improve visualization of the hypopharynx during flexible nasopharyngoscopy.
A simple, safe and effective procedure for improving the diagnostic accuracy of nasopharyngoscopy is described. It is most useful for the exposure of the hypopharynx, especially in the elderly patient.
D000368:Aged; D004724:Endoscopy; D006801:Humans; D007013:Hypopharynx / Q000473:pathology*; D010608:Pharyngeal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D014636:Valsalva Maneuver