Significats de oropharyngeal dysphagia en anglès

We present a rare case of dermatomyosites associated with severe oropharyngeal dysphagia.

If this is disturbed, oropharyngeal dysphagia may be caused, especially in the elderly.

We diagnosed severe oropharyngeal dysphagia, with aspiration of saliva and food of all consistencies.

As far as we know, this is the first study of a patient with partial trisomy 9p described with oropharyngeal dysphagia.

We suggest that oropharyngeal dysphagia should be further investigated, considering that pulmonary and nutritional disorders affect the survival and quality of life of the patient.

Measures: 329 patients (mean age 93.5 years, range 81-106) were assessed for oropharyngeal dysphagia within 48 hours of hospital admission using the Volume-Viscosity Swallow Test.

Oropharyngeal dysphagia is a common problem, especially in the elderly.

Objectives: Oropharyngeal dysphagia is a geriatric syndrome that is usually underdiagnosed in older patients.

Methods: A total of 800 community-dwelling older individuals were sent the Sydney Oropharyngeal Dysphagia Questionnaire to identify swallowing difficulties.