The functional chewing training for chewing dysfunction in children with repaired EA-TEF

Chewing disorders (CD) may cause restrictions in solid food intake and can be seen in 37% of children with esophageal atresia-tracheoesophageal fistula (EA-TEF). The Functional Chewing Training (FCT) is a holistic approach to improve chewing function (CF) in children. The study aimed to evaluate the effects of FCT on CF in children with EA-TEF.

Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgery - May 16, 2019 Category: Surgery Authors: Selen Serel Arslan, Numan Demir, Aynur Ay şe Karaduman, Feridun Cahit Tanyel, Tutku Soyer Source Type: research