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Swallowing the risk: managing dysphagia in aged care
The risk of dysphagia increases with age and the prevalence of dysphagia in aged care facilities is 41–52%. Dysphagia increases the risk of aspiration, asphyxiation, malnutrition, pneumonia and ultimately death. Modifying food and fluids, by providing mashed or pureed foods...
What are the airway, voice and swallowing outcomes of a mucosal-sparing surgical approach to improving the glottic airway in bilateral vocal fold immobility?
Bilateral vocal fold immobility (BVFI) causes significant breathing problems as well as voice and swallowing difficulties. Surgical interventions aim to enlarge the glottic outlet by altering or removing glottic structures which improve breathing but often lead to worsening dysphonia and...Peptest Q&A
Untreated reflux can cause inflammation, scarring, narrowing and precancerous changes in the oesophagus and larynx, and may increase the risk of asthma and sleep apnoea.Interacoustics introduces Virtualis balance rehabilitation solutions
Interacoustics is happy to announce the launch of Virtualis balance rehabilitation solutions as the newest addition to their balance portfolio.URITEC presents advanced multichannel audiometry with AT2000
AURITEC AT2000 is a state-of-the-art audiometer that stands out for its exceptional capabilities in multichannel audiometry. Designed for both clinical and research settings, the AT2000/AT-research family offers a comprehensive range of features that enhance auditory diagnostics. Multichannel Audiometry One of...
Swallow toxicity score (DIGEST) and its clinical utility in oncology practice
The Dynamic Imaging Grade of Swallowing Toxicity (DIGEST, graded from 0–4) was developed as a tool for clinicians to grade dysphagia from modified barium swallow studies (MBSS). The purpose is to provide a common terminology for adverse events of pharyngeal...Video otology tutorials: how EES changes the game
High definition endoscopic ear surgery (EES) redefines traditional middle ear anatomical perspectives. The surgeon can observe in situ anatomical relationships with angled objectives in a way that the traditional microscopic view, with step-wise removal of structures is unable to achieve....PhysioSensing OtoneuroSystem: advancing objective vestibular assessment and rehabilitation
PhysioSensing OtoneuroSystem represents a new generation of technology for vestibular assessment and rehabilitation, empowering clinicians to see balance in a completely new way. By combining high-precision inertial sensors, force plate and VR, with intelligent software, the system transforms complex postural...Advanced Laryngeal, Pharyngeal & Laser & Endoscopic, hands-on simulation surgery cadaveric course
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