Three-Dimensional Assessment of Pharyngeal Airway in Individuals with Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1

CONCLUSION: PAV was higher in DM1 group. There was a significant positive correlation between diaphragm thickness, pulmonary functions, and PAVs of DM1 patients. The amount of the PAV was mostly influenced by DTai and FVC. It is recommended to evaluate the PAV in patients with DM1 because of impaired respiratory functions and pharyngeal muscle involvement.PMID:34590803 | DOI:10.3906/sag-2105-106
Source: Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences - Category: General Medicine Authors: Source Type: research