Slight modification in consistency of diet may be indicated. 3 Mild-moderate dysphagia—potential for aspiration exists but is diminished by specific swallow techniques and a modified diet.

Medically reviewed by Huma Sheikh, MD While swallowing is considered an effortless, reflexive action, it's actually quite a ...

The findings suggested that an initial swallow screen led to a significant reduction in aspiration pneumonia attributable to prompt dysphagia management. A nurse's complete swallowing assessment ...

It also reduces the risk of aspiration, which is when liquid accidentally enters the airways. While thickeners can be helpful for people dealing with dysphagia, there are some drawbacks. Many people ...

Japan: A recent study found that severe dysphagia in patients undergoing percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) was linked ...

Through our research work and years of clinical experience, we have come to realize that optimal rehabilitation for dysphagia must target physiological and neurophysiological elements that drive ...

Doggett et al. (2001) estimated there are 300,000 600,000 new dysphagia cases each year. The reported mortality rates due to aspiration pneumonia are as high as 6% in the first year after a ...