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摘要
Swallowing is a complex phenomenon, allowing per os feeding but with a protection of respiratory tract. Swallowing disorders are frequent, involve liquids, solids or theses two textures, and are mainly caused by neurological or otorhinolaryngological diseases. They may have severe consequences, like an alteration of quality of life for patients or their relatives, an increased risk of aspiration, of malnutrition or dehydration, and finally a possible decrease of survival. Assessment includes careful questioning and physical examination. The reference complementary investigation is videofluoroscopic evaluation. Nutritional assessment is mandatory. Taking care of swallowing disorders in a multidisciplinary manner is recommended, with interventions of physician, speech therapist, dietician, sometimes dentist or surgeon, and needs a strong contribution of the paramedical staff and the patient relatives. Enteral nutrition is recommended when repeated or severe respiratory complications occur, when the nutritional status is altered in spite of feeding enrichment, modulations of textures or use of oral nutritional supplements, or when the meals are too long.
- 出版日期2011-12
