Assessment and management of dysphagia.
Swallowing problems are common in hospital inpatients and may affect morbidity and mortality. Accurate assessment of dysphagia is important, allowing optimal management and minimizing potential complications. This article considers the methods of swallow assessment available and ways in which problems can be addressed.
Ramsey
D J
DJ
Department of Health Care of Older People, William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, Kent TN24 0LZ.
Smithard
D G
DG
D003680:Deglutition Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D004724:Endoscopy / Q000379:methods; D004992:Ethics, Medical; D005471:Fluoroscopy / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D010092:Oximetry; D010808:Physical Examination; D019095:Point-of-Care Systems; D011187:Posture