Complications of oropharyngeal dysphagia in older individuals and patients with neurological disorders: insights from Matar ó hospital, Catalonia, Spain

ConclusionOropharyngeal dysphagia causes and significantly exacerbates diverse clinical complications in older and post-stroke patients, emphasizing the urgent need for proactive identification, comprehensive assessment, and tailored management. Acknowledging OD’s broader implications in general medical practice is pivotal to improving patient outcomes and healthcare quality.
Source: Frontiers in Neurology - Category: Neurology Source Type: research