Geriatric nutrition risk index predicts prolonged post-stroke dysphagia in acute ischemic stroke

Post-stroke dysphagia (PSD) is a common complication after stroke. Malnutrition inhibits stroke recovery and is associated with stroke mortality. However, no studies have investigated the effects of nutritional state at admission on prolonged PSD.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research