Radiographic evaluation of complex dysphagic patients: comparison with videoendoscopic technique.
Swallowing is a highly coordinated sequence of physiologic events. Many disease processes affect the patient's ability to have a functional swallow. The traditional videofluoroscopic swallowing study is an effective and established method for evaluating these patients and is the current examination of choice. Videoendoscopic evaluation is a safe and affordable procedure that can be used in an outpatient or office setting. It can also be a complementary technique, allowing direct visualization of pharyngeal structures and aspiration. We discuss the use of both techniques.
Spinelli
Kristine S
KS
Department of Radiology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Froedtert Hospital, 9200 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53226-3522, USA. kspinell@mcw.edu
Easterling
Caryn S
CS
Shaker
Reza
R
D003680:Deglutition Disorders / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000503:physiopathology; D005471:Fluoroscopy; D006801:Humans; D014743:Videotape Recording