Recurrent aspiration pneumonia precipitated by obstructive sleep apnea

The clearance of the pharynx by deglutition and the respiratory phase patterns associated with deglutition are important in protecting airways and lungs against aspiration. The deglutition and respiratory phase patterns during sleep in patients (without swallowing disorders while awake) with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) precipitating recurrent intractable aspiration pneumonia were investigated.
Source: Auris, Nasus, Larynx - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research