A5101085088- Dysphagia Assessment and Management
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Voice and Speech Disorders
- Transplantation: Methods and Outcomes
Northwestern University
2020-2024
Abstract Background Although swallowing impairment is prevalent following lung transplantation, baseline respiratory and characteristics are often overlooked. Respiratory disease processes may predispose transplant candidates to altered respiratory‐swallow patterning impairment. Methods This cross‐sectional study included patients referred for a Modified Barium Swallow Study during evaluation. Swallowing was measured using the Impairment Profile Penetration‐Aspiration Scale. plethysmographic...
Oropharyngeal swallowing impairment frequently occurs following lung transplantation, placing patients at risk of aspiration-related complications and mortality. The primary objectives this study were to characterize explore potential factors for aspiration after transplantation.