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Julier R, Benfield JK. A qualitative exploration of how oral trials are used in dysphagia management in one inpatient hospital. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION DISORDERS 2022; 57:340-351. [PMID: 35092338 DOI: 10.1111/1460-6984.12698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2020] [Revised: 12/15/2021] [Accepted: 12/17/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND The lack of high-quality evidence to support specific treatment approaches has been widely documented in the existing literature, with evidence suggesting speech and language therapists (SLTs) frequently rely on experience and expert opinion to inform treatment. One approach that is commonly used within dysphagia management, in spite of a lack of existing evidence to support its efficacy, is the use of oral trials, otherwise known as swallow trials or tasters. This approach involves offering specified, limited amounts of oral diet or fluids for those at risk of aspiration or choking if full amounts are taken orally and may be recommended for rehabilitation or quality of life. METHODS & PROCEDURES A total of nine SLTs working in one acute hospital volunteered to participate in focus groups in order to discuss their experience and clinical reasoning for using oral trials within one inpatient hospital setting in the UK. The objectives of this study were (1) to explore how oral trials are used within one inpatient hospital; (2) to consider the barriers and facilitators to the approach; and (3) to consider why this approach may be favoured over other evidenced dysphagia therapies. A grounded theory approach was used to guide data analysis, using two independent coders to identify themes within the focus groups. OUTCOMES & RESULTS Analysis of data revealed the following themes: (1) delivering oral trials requires 'a whole team approach'; (2) SLTs vary recommendations based on patient and environmental factors; and (3) oral trials as a holistic approach. CONCLUSIONS & IMPLICATIONS The use of oral trials was considered by SLTs to be a holistic and flexible approach which can be adapted to a range of patient and environmental factors. Although clinical experience guided rationale, an understanding of the principles of neuroplasticity and swallow physiology was also integral to the approach. Further research is warranted to investigate the use and efficacy of oral trials across the SLT community and within specific patient groups and different environments.
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- Rebecca Julier
- Department of Speech and Language Therapy, Royal Derby Hospital, Derbyshire Community Health Services, Derby, UK
- School of Health and Social Care, University of Lincoln, Lincoln, UK
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- Department of Speech and Language Therapy, Royal Derby Hospital, Derbyshire Community Health Services, Derby, UK
- Stroke Trials Unit, Division of Mental Health and Clinical Neuroscience, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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Rheinwald M, Azad SC, Zoller M, Lorenz A, Kraft E. [Postextubation dysphagia in intensive care patients : Current findings and clinical recommendations]. Anaesthesist 2022; 71:546-555. [PMID: 35166868 DOI: 10.1007/s00101-022-01092-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/12/2022] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND A considerable number of critically ill and mechanically ventilated intensive care patients show pronounced dysphagia after extubation. Many studies have shown that postextubation dysphagia (PED) leads to a significant decline of outcome. The awareness, timely diagnostic procedures and integration of suitable treatment methods in intensive care units are therefore of great importance. OBJECTIVE Current basic findings on PED, diagnostic possibilities, therapeutic methods as well as the development of concrete recommendations for clinical practice. METHODS A selective literature search was performed in PubMed, Medline and Cochrane using keywords. RESULTS In the literature the incidence PED is reported very heterogeneous but is probably at least 10% in intensive care patients after mechanical ventilation. The duration of intubation plays a critical role here. A multifactorial interaction of several factors is assumed to be the cause, whereby the impairment of laryngeal structures is of particular relevance. A PED leads to longer hospital stays, higher mortality, more reintubation and a higher number of patients with tube feeding. With respect to diagnostics, screening by trained nurses, clinical swallowing examinations and, in particular, the use of instrumental examinations by flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) are recommended. The treatment should include adaptive measures in the sense of an adapted diet but also functional exercises. Innovative approaches, such as electrical stimulation are also conceivable. The aim is primarily to avoid penetration and aspiration in order to counteract respiratory complications. CONCLUSION In many intensive care units the clinical picture of PED is still neglected despite clear evidence. A simple algorithm in the treatment of intensive care patients can contribute to early detection and initiation of further steps. These should be integrated into clinical treatment standards.
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- Marika Rheinwald
- Physikalische und Rehabilitative Medizin, Muskuloskelettales Universitätszentrum München, LMU Klinikum München, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377, München, Deutschland.
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- Klinik für Anästhesiologie, Klinikum der Universität München, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, München, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Anästhesiologie, Klinikum der Universität München, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, München, Deutschland
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- Physikalische und Rehabilitative Medizin, Muskuloskelettales Universitätszentrum München, LMU Klinikum München, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377, München, Deutschland
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- Physikalische und Rehabilitative Medizin, Muskuloskelettales Universitätszentrum München, LMU Klinikum München, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377, München, Deutschland
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Clunie GM, Bolton L, Lovell L, Bradley E, Bond C, Bennington S, Roe J. Considerations for speech and language therapy management of dysphagia in patients who are critically ill with COVID-19: a single centre case series. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF THERAPY AND REHABILITATION 2022. [DOI: 10.12968/ijtr.2021.0078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Background/Aims Patients treated with intubation and tracheostomy for COVID-19 infection are at risk of increased incidence of laryngeal injury, dysphagia and dysphonia. Because of the novelty of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, little is known about the type of dysphagia patients experience as a result of infection and critical illness. The aim of this case series report was to progress understanding of COVID-19 and dysphagia following admission to an intensive care unit and to guide speech and language therapy clinical practice in the ongoing pandemic. Methods A retrospective case review was conducted of all patients at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London who underwent a tracheostomy because of COVID-19 and received an instrumental assessment of swallowing in the early stages of the pandemic. Results A total of 11 patients were identified, and descriptive statistics were used to present demographic data, with a narrative account of their dysphagia profile used to describe presentation. Causes and presentation of dysphagia were heterogenous, with each patient requiring individualised clinical management to maximise outcome. A positive trend was seen in terms of recovery trajectory and progressing to oral intake. Conclusions This study reports on early experience of the presentation of dysphagia in patients with COVID-19 and demonstrates the value of instrumental assessment. It indicates the need for further research to consolidate knowledge and guide clinical practice.
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- Gemma M Clunie
- Speech and Language Therapy Department, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Speech and Language Therapy Department, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Speech and Language Therapy Department, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Speech and Language Therapy Department, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Speech and Language Therapy Department, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Speech and Language Therapy Department, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Speech and Language Therapy Department, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK
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Frank U, Frank K. [COVID-19-New challenges in dysphagia and respiratory therapy]. DER NERVENARZT 2022; 93:167-174. [PMID: 34241639 PMCID: PMC8268615 DOI: 10.1007/s00115-021-01162-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) can lead to severe disease courses with multiple organ involvement, respiratory and neurological functional impairments. Swallowing disorders (dysphagia) in this patient group can result from primary damage to the central and peripheral neuronal swallowing network but also from the frequently prolonged intensive care treatment and mechanical ventilation. Clinical observations indicate persistence of dysphagia in post-acute COVID-19 syndrome (long COVID), so that these patients probably also need long-term interventions for rehabilitation of safe and sufficient oral feeding. Therefore, structured disease-specific monitoring of dysphagia symptoms should be integrated into the treatment of COVID-19 patients and respiratory therapy should be an essential part of dysphagia management to re-establish cough effectiveness and breathing-swallowing coordination. Challenges arise from necessary adjustments to established treatment standards to prevent infections. Furthermore, the selection and intensity of therapeutic measures have to be adapted to the capacities and the specific pathophysiology of COVID-19 and long COVID patients to prevent further functional deterioration.
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- Ulrike Frank
- Department Linguistik, Swallowing Research Lab, Universität Potsdam, Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 24-25, 14.202, 14476, Potsdam, Deutschland.
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Chuang HJ, Hsiao MY, Wang TG, Liang HW. A multi-disciplinary rehabilitation approach for people surviving severe COVID-19—a case series and literature review. J Formos Med Assoc 2022; 121:2408-2415. [PMID: 35216882 PMCID: PMC8841152 DOI: 10.1016/j.jfma.2022.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2021] [Revised: 11/23/2021] [Accepted: 02/06/2022] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Ogawa M, Satomi-Kobayashi S, Yoshida N, Komaki K, Izawa KP, Hamaguchi M, Inoue T, Sakai Y, Hirata KI, Okada K. Impact of Frailty on Postoperative Dysphagia in Patients Undergoing Elective Cardiovascular Surgery. JACC: ASIA 2022; 2:104-113. [PMID: 36340251 PMCID: PMC9627818 DOI: 10.1016/j.jacasi.2021.10.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2021] [Revised: 09/14/2021] [Accepted: 10/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Background Postextubation dysphagia (PED) is a serious postoperative complication following cardiovascular surgery that can lead to a worse prognosis. On the other hand, frailty is a prognostic factor in patients who undergo cardiac surgery. Objectives This study investigated the effect of frailty status on PED and impact of PED on postoperative complications. Methods This single-center retrospective cohort study included 644 consecutive patients who underwent elective cardiovascular surgery between May 1, 2014, and December 31, 2020; they were assigned to the PED or non-PED group based on postoperative swallowing status, and postoperative complications were investigated. Frailty status and physical functions, including walking speed, grip strength, Short Physical Performance Battery, and 6-minute walking distance, were preoperatively assessed; the frailty-status cutoff for predicting PED was determined from the receiver-operating characteristic curve. Results In this study cohort (mean age 67.7 years), the overall PED prevalence was 14.8%; preoperative frailty had a significantly higher prevalence in the PED group (50.0%) than in the non-PED group (20.3%; P < 0.001). PED correlated with a higher incidence of postoperative pneumonia and prolonged intensive care unit or hospital stay (P < 0.05 for all). After adjustment for confounders, multiple regression analysis revealed that preoperative frailty was independently associated with PED (P < 0.001). Conclusions PED occurred commonly after cardiovascular surgery and increased the risk of postoperative complications. Preoperative frailty was independently associated with PED. The 6-minute walking distance was the most powerful predictor of PED. Evaluation of preoperative frailty status is important for risk stratification and prevention of postoperative morbidity in patients undergoing surgery.
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- Masato Ogawa
- Division of Rehabilitation Medicine, Kobe University Hospital, Kobe, Japan
- Department of Public Health, Kobe University Graduate School of Health Sciences, Kobe, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
- Address for correspondence: Dr Seimi Satomi-Kobayashi, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-2, Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0017, Japan.
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Division of Rehabilitation Medicine, Kobe University Hospital, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Public Health, Kobe University Graduate School of Health Sciences, Kobe, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Division of Rehabilitation Medicine, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Kobe, Japan
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Lindh MG, Mattsson G, Koyi H, Johansson MB, Razmi R, Palm A. Swallowing function in COVID-19 patients after invasive mechanical ventilation. Arch Rehabil Res Clin Transl 2022; 4:100177. [PMID: 35036903 PMCID: PMC8748224 DOI: 10.1016/j.arrct.2021.100177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Objective To explore swallowing function and risk factors associated with delayed recovery of swallowing in COVID-19 patients post invasive mechanical ventilation using the Functional Oral Intake Scale (FOIS). Design Longitudinal cohort study. Setting 3 secondary-level hospitals. Participants Invasively ventilated patients (n=28), hospitalized with severe COVID-19 who were referred to the Speech and Language Pathology (SLP) departments post mechanical ventilation between March 5 and July 5 2020 for an evaluation of swallowing function before commencing oral diet. Interventions SLP assessment, advice and therapy for dysphagia. Main outcome measures Oral intake levels at baseline and hospital discharge according to the Functional Oral Intake Scale (FOIS). Patients were stratified according to FOIS (1-5=dysphagia, 6-7= functional oral intake). Data regarding comorbidities, frailty, intubation and tracheostomy, proning and SLP evaluation were collected. Results Dysphagia was found in 71% of the patients at baseline (in total 79% male, age 61 ±12 years, BMI 30 ±8 kg/m2). Median FOIS score at baseline was 2 (IQR 1) vs 5 (IQR 2.5) at hospital discharge. Patients with dysphagia were older (64 ±8.5 vs 53 ±16 years; p= 0.019), had a higher incidence of hypertension (70% vs 12%; p=0.006) were ventilated invasively longer (16 ±7 vs 10 ±2 days; p=0.017) or with tracheostomy (9 ±9 vs 1 ±2 days; p=0.03) longer. A negative association was found between swallowing dysfunction at bedside and days hospitalized (r=-0.471, p=0.01), and number of days at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) (r=-0.48, p=0.01). Conclusion Dysphagia is prevalent in COVID-19 patients post invasive mechanical ventilation and is associated with number of days in hospital and number of days in the ICU. Swallowing function and tolerance of oral diet improved at discharge (p<0.001).
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- Margareta Gonzalez Lindh
- Department of Neuroscience, Speech and Language Pathology, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden.,Centre for Research and Development (CFUG), Uppsala University, Region Gävleborg, Gävle, Sweden
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- Centre for Research and Development (CFUG), Uppsala University, Region Gävleborg, Gävle, Sweden
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- Centre for Research and Development (CFUG), Uppsala University, Region Gävleborg, Gävle, Sweden.,Department of Oncology-Pathology, Karolinska Biomics Center, Karolinska Institutet, 17176 Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Neuroscience, Speech and Language Pathology, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Centre for Research and Development (CFUG), Uppsala University, Region Gävleborg, Gävle, Sweden.,Section of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medical Sciences, Uppsala Universitet, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Centre for Research and Development (CFUG), Uppsala University, Region Gävleborg, Gävle, Sweden.,Department of Medical Sciences, Respiratory, Allergy and Sleep Research, Uppsala Universitet, Uppsala, Sweden
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Tortuyaux R, Davion JB, Jourdain M. Intensive care unit-acquired weakness: Questions the clinician should ask. Rev Neurol (Paris) 2022; 178:84-92. [PMID: 34998522 DOI: 10.1016/j.neurol.2021.12.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2021] [Revised: 12/12/2021] [Accepted: 12/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Intensive care unit (ICU)-acquired weakness (ICU-AW) is defined as clinically detected weakness in critically ill patients in whom there is no plausible etiology other than critical illness. Using electrophysiological methods, patients with ICU-AW are classified in three subcategories: critical illness polyneuropathy, critical illness myopathy and critical illness neuromyopathy. ICU-AW is a frequent complication occurring in critical ill patients. Risk factors include illness severity and organ failure, age, hyperglycemia, parenteral nutrition, drugs and immobility. Due to short- and long-term complications, ICU-AW results in longer hospital stay and increased mortality. Its management is essentially preventive avoiding modifiable risk factors, especially duration of sedation and immobilization that should be as short as possible. Pharmacological approaches have been studied but none have proven efficacy. In the present review, we propose practical questions that the clinician should ask in case of acquired weakness during ICU stay: when to suspect ICU-AW, what risk factors should be identified, how to diagnose ICU-AW, what is the prognosis and how can recovery be improved?
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- R Tortuyaux
- CHU de Lille, médecine intensive-réanimation, 59000 Lille, France; CHU de Lille, department of clinical neurophysiology, 59000 Lille, France.
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- CHU de Lille, centre de référence des maladies neuromusculaires, 59000 Lille, France
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- CHU de Lille, médecine intensive-réanimation, 59000 Lille, France; Université Lille, Inserm U1190, 59000 Lille, France
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MARQUES CHD, ABRAHÃO-JÚNIOR LJ, LEMME EMO. THE DYSPHAGIA INVESTIGATION: IS THERE STILL SPACE FOR THE VIDEOFLUOROSCOPIC METHOD? ABCD. ARQUIVOS BRASILEIROS DE CIRURGIA DIGESTIVA (SÃO PAULO) 2022; 35:e1650. [PMID: 35730879 PMCID: PMC9254383 DOI: 10.1590/0102-672020210002e1650] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2021] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Dysphagia can lead to aspiration pneumonia, impacting the nutritional status and
quality of life of the patient. The videofluoroscopy is highlighted for allowing
both a real-time evaluation and the recording of the images for later review and
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Dysphagia management during COVID-19 pandemic: A review of the literature and international guidelines. Turk J Phys Med Rehabil 2021; 67:267-274. [PMID: 34870112 DOI: 10.5606/tftrd.2021.8427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2021] [Accepted: 03/20/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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In this review, we present the safest and most effective diagnosis and treatment approaches to dysphagia during the novel coronavirus-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic in the light of available data, relevant literature, and personal experiences. Evaluations for dysphagia patients should be based on clinical assessment during the COVID-19 pandemic and instrumental assessment should be planned for very few number of patients. The main approach to rehabilitation must depend on compensatory methods, texture-modified foods, and postural strategies. Direct treatment methods should be avoided and home-based exercise programs should be encouraged. It is also obvious that there is a need for the development of new strategies for telemedicine/telerehabilitation practices in the new world order.
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Black RJ, Novakovic D, Plit M, Miles A, MacDonald P, Madill C. Swallowing and laryngeal complications in lung and heart transplantation: Etiologies and diagnosis. J Heart Lung Transplant 2021; 40:1483-1494. [PMID: 34836605 DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2021.08.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2021] [Revised: 07/29/2021] [Accepted: 08/19/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022] Open
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Despite continued surgical advancements in the field of cardiothoracic transplantation, post-operative complications remain a burden for the patient and the multidisciplinary team. Lesser-known complications including swallowing disorders (dysphagia), and voice disorders (dysphonia), are now being reported. Such disorders are known to be associated with increased morbidity and mortality in other medical populations, however their etiology amongst the heart and lung transplant populations has received little attention in the literature. This paper explores the potential mechanisms of oropharyngeal dysphagia and dysphonia following transplantation and discusses optimal modalities of diagnostic evaluation and management. A greater understanding of the implications of swallowing and laryngeal dysfunction in the heart and lung transplant populations is important to expedite early diagnosis and management in order to optimize patient outcomes, minimize allograft injury and improve quality of life.
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- Rebecca J Black
- Speech Pathology Department, St Vincent's Hospital, Darlinghurst, NSW, Australia; Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Australia.
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Australia
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Dysphagia Severity and Management in Patients with COVID-19. CURRENT HEALTH SCIENCES JOURNAL 2021; 47:147-156. [PMID: 34765231 PMCID: PMC8551886 DOI: 10.12865/chsj.47.02.01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2021] [Accepted: 06/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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COVID-19 has resulted in unprecedented numbers of patients treated at intensive care units (ICUs). Dysphagia is a key concern in critical illness survivors. We investigated the severity of dysphagia in COVID-19 and the need to adapt practices to provide efficient care. We reviewed the literature on COVID-19, post-critical-illness dysphagia, and dysphagia and tracheostomy guidelines during the pandemic. Critically ill COVID-19 patients present a high incidence of dysphagia, aggravated by respiratory distress, deconditioning, and neurological complications. Mechanical ventilation (MV), delirium, sedation and weakness are worse in COVID-19 than in other etiologies of critical care. In awake patients, respiratory compromise impairs breathing-swallowing-coughing coordination. Tracheostomy reduces laryngopharyngeal trauma, sedation, delirium, ICU stay and improves swallowing rehabilitation. Tracheostomy weaning and swallowing evaluation is complex in COVID-19 due to respiratory instability and a team discussion will guide adaptations. Patients assessed in the ICU were 67% recommended to be nil by mouth (were aspirating). Two months following hospital discharge, 83% of those who had undergone tracheostomy were managing a normal diet. Severely ill COVID-19 patients are expected to regain swallow function. Dysphagia care is based on adaptation of practices to the patients' multiple impairments.
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Marvin S, Thibeault SL. Predictors of Aspiration and Silent Aspiration in Patients With New Tracheostomy. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY 2021; 30:2554-2560. [PMID: 34618595 DOI: 10.1044/2021_ajslp-20-00377] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Purpose Hospitalized, medically complex patients with new tracheostomy are at risk for aspiration. This study reports incidence of aspiration in these patients with new tracheostomy and investigates possible risk factors for aspiration and silent aspiration in this patient population. Method Retrospective review of instrumental swallowing evaluations from hospitalized inpatients with new tracheostomy tubes to determine frequency of aspiration and silent aspiration and patient factors associated with aspiration. Patient variables including sex, age, reason for hospital admission, reason for tracheostomy, duration of intubation, time since tracheostomy placement, and tracheostomy cuff and cap status were examined as possible risk factors for aspiration and silent aspiration. Results Of the 272 patients with new tracheostomies who underwent instrumental swallowing evaluation, 59% aspirated on at least one consistency. Odds of aspiration were twice as high in patients with uncapped tracheostomy compared to closed (i.e., cap or speaking valve in place). Odds of aspiration were 3.4 times greater with patients who underwent tracheostomy for an oropharyngeal etiology (oropharyngeal or laryngeal tumor, surgery, or infection). Of the patients who aspirated, 81% aspirated silently on at least one consistency. Odds of silent aspiration was 4.5 greater with an uncapped tracheostomy. Conclusions Medically complex patients with new tracheostomy are at risk for aspiration and benefit from instrumental swallowing evaluations. Future prospective research is warranted to determine contributing factors responsible for this risk. Lastly, speech pathologists play an important role in the patient's recovery.
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- Stevie Marvin
- Voice and Swallow Clinic, University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, Madison
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- Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Muhle P, Konert K, Suntrup-Krueger S, Claus I, Labeit B, Ogawa M, Warnecke T, Wirth R, Dziewas R. Oropharyngeal Dysphagia and Impaired Motility of the Upper Gastrointestinal Tract-Is There a Clinical Link in Neurocritical Care? Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13113879. [PMID: 34836134 PMCID: PMC8618237 DOI: 10.3390/nu13113879] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2021] [Revised: 10/27/2021] [Accepted: 10/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Patients in the neurological ICU are at risk of suffering from disorders of the upper gastrointestinal tract. Oropharyngeal dysphagia (OD) can be caused by the underlying neurological disease and/or ICU treatment itself. The latter was also identified as a risk factor for gastrointestinal dysmotility. However, its association with OD and the impact of the neurological condition is unclear. Here, we investigated a possible link between OD and gastric residual volume (GRV) in patients in the neurological ICU. In this retrospective single-center study, patients with an episode of mechanical ventilation (MV) admitted to the neurological ICU due to an acute neurological disease or acute deterioration of a chronic neurological condition from 2011–2017 were included. The patients were submitted to an endoscopic swallowing evaluation within 72 h of the completion of MV. Their GRV was assessed daily. Patients with ≥1 d of GRV ≥500 mL were compared to all the other patients. Regression analysis was performed to identify the predictors of GRV ≥500 mL/d. With respect to GRV, the groups were compared depending on their FEES scores (0–3). A total of 976 patients were included in this study. A total of 35% demonstrated a GRV of ≥500 mL/d at least once. The significant predictors of relevant GRV were age, male gender, infratentorial or hemorrhagic stroke, prolonged MV and poor swallowing function. The patients with the poorest swallowing function presented a GRV of ≥500 mL/d significantly more often than the patients who scored the best. Conclusions: Our findings indicate an association between dysphagia severity and delayed gastric emptying in critically ill neurologic patients. This may partly be due to lesions in the swallowing and gastric network.
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- Paul Muhle
- Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus, 1 A, University Hospital Muenster, 48149 Muenster, Germany; (K.K.); (S.S.-K.); (I.C.); (B.L.); (T.W.)
- Institute for Biomagnetism and Biosignalanalysis, University Hospital Muenster, Malmedyweg 15, 48149 Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus, 1 A, University Hospital Muenster, 48149 Muenster, Germany; (K.K.); (S.S.-K.); (I.C.); (B.L.); (T.W.)
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- Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus, 1 A, University Hospital Muenster, 48149 Muenster, Germany; (K.K.); (S.S.-K.); (I.C.); (B.L.); (T.W.)
- Institute for Biomagnetism and Biosignalanalysis, University Hospital Muenster, Malmedyweg 15, 48149 Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus, 1 A, University Hospital Muenster, 48149 Muenster, Germany; (K.K.); (S.S.-K.); (I.C.); (B.L.); (T.W.)
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- Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus, 1 A, University Hospital Muenster, 48149 Muenster, Germany; (K.K.); (S.S.-K.); (I.C.); (B.L.); (T.W.)
- Institute for Biomagnetism and Biosignalanalysis, University Hospital Muenster, Malmedyweg 15, 48149 Muenster, Germany
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine I, School of Medicine, Fujita Health University, Toyoake 470-1192, Japan;
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- Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus, 1 A, University Hospital Muenster, 48149 Muenster, Germany; (K.K.); (S.S.-K.); (I.C.); (B.L.); (T.W.)
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- Department of Geriatric Medicine, Marien Hospital Herne, University Hospital Ruhr-Universität Bochum, 44625 Herne, Germany;
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- Department of Neurology, Klinikum Osnabrück, Am Finkenhügel 1, 49076 Osnabrück, Germany;
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Reyes-Torres CA, Flores-López A, Osuna-Padilla IA, Hernández-Cárdenas CM, Serralde-Zúñiga AE. Phase angle and overhydration are associated with post-extubating dysphagia in patients with COVID-19 discharged from the ICU. Nutr Clin Pract 2021; 37:110-116. [PMID: 34617311 PMCID: PMC8661566 DOI: 10.1002/ncp.10781] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Background Few studies have evaluated the prevalence of post‐extubation dysphagia and associated factors in patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) . Our study assessed the prevalence of post‐extubation dysphagia and body composition in patients with COVID‐19 discharged from an intensive care unit (ICU). Methods A prospective cohort study was performed in post‐ICU extubated patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome related to COVID‐19 in two referral hospitals. A total of 112 patients were evaluated and included; swallowing assessment and bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) were performed after extubation and discharge from the ICU. To identify associations between dysphagia, lower phase angle (PhA) (<4.8°) and hydration (extracellular water/total body water < 0.390) logistic and linear regression analyses were conducted. Results The incidence of post‐extubation dysphagia was 41% (n = 46). From these, 65% (n = 30) had severe swallowing impairment. Overhydration and PhA were significantly different in patients with dysphagia, and segmental hydration in the trunk and legs was higher than in arms. PhA <4.8° (odds ratio [OR], 12.2; 95% CI, 4.3–34.1; P < .05) and overhydration measured by BIA (OR, 9.1; 95% CI, 3.4–24.5; P < .05) were associated with post‐extubation dysphagia in multivariate analysis. PhA (<4.8°) was associated with a lower rate of swallowing recovery at hospital discharge (log‐rank test = 0.007). Conclusions A high incidence of post‐extubation dysphagia was found in patients with COVID‐19. Low PhA and overhydration were associated with the presence of dysphagia. Lower PhA was an independent factor for swallowing recovery at discharge.
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- Carlos A Reyes-Torres
- Servicio de Nutriología Clínica, Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y Nutrición Salvador Zubirán, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Servicio de Nutriología Clínica, Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y Nutrición Salvador Zubirán, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Departamento de Áreas Críticas, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias Ismael Cosío Villegas, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Departamento de Áreas Críticas, Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades Respiratorias Ismael Cosío Villegas, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Servicio de Nutriología Clínica, Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y Nutrición Salvador Zubirán, Mexico City, Mexico
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Reid CS, Banz VM, Schefold JC, Luedi MM. Predicting outcome in abdominal sepsis: putting the puzzle together. J Cachexia Sarcopenia Muscle 2021; 12:1119-1121. [PMID: 34414686 PMCID: PMC8517354 DOI: 10.1002/jcsm.12779] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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- Catherine S Reid
- Department of Anaesthesiology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Visceral Surgery and Medicine, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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Republication de : The Bedside Clinical Examination as a key element of the swallowing assessment during the COVID 19 Pandemic. ANNALES FRANÇAISES D'OTO-RHINO-LARYNGOLOGIE ET DE PATHOLOGIE CERVICO-FACIALE 2021. [PMCID: PMC8423187 DOI: 10.1016/j.aforl.2021.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Hill A, Elke G, Weimann A. Nutrition in the Intensive Care Unit-A Narrative Review. Nutrients 2021; 13:nu13082851. [PMID: 34445010 PMCID: PMC8400249 DOI: 10.3390/nu13082851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2021] [Revised: 08/06/2021] [Accepted: 08/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Background: While consent exists, that nutritional status has prognostic impact in the critically ill, the optimal feeding strategy has been a matter of debate. Methods: Narrative review of the recent evidence and international guideline recommendations focusing on basic principles of nutrition in the ICU and the treatment of specific patient groups. Covered topics are: the importance and diagnosis of malnutrition in the ICU, the optimal timing and route of nutrition, energy and protein requirements, the supplementation of specific nutrients, as well as monitoring and complications of a Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT). Furthermore, this review summarizes the available evidence to optimize the MNT of patients grouped by primarily affected organ system. Results: Due to the considerable heterogeneity of the critically ill, MNT should be carefully adapted to the individual patient with special focus on phase of critical illness, metabolic tolerance, leading symptoms, and comorbidities. Conclusion: MNT in the ICU is complex and requiring an interdisciplinary approach and frequent reevaluation. The impact of personalized and disease-specific MNT on patient-centered clinical outcomes remains to be elucidated.
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- Aileen Hill
- Department of Intensive Care and Anesthesiology, University Hospital RWTH Aachen University, D-52074 Aachen, Germany
- Correspondence: (A.H.); (A.W.); Tel.: +49-(0)241-80-38166 (A.H.); +49-(0)341-909-2200 (A.W.)
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, D-24105 Kiel, Germany;
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- Department of General, Visceral and Oncological Surgery, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Klinikum St. Georg, D-04129 Leipzig, Germany
- Correspondence: (A.H.); (A.W.); Tel.: +49-(0)241-80-38166 (A.H.); +49-(0)341-909-2200 (A.W.)
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Santana-Cabrera L, Rico Rodríguez J, Simón Bautista D, Santana-López BN, Alcaraz Jiménez J, Martín González JC. Perception of Dysphagia in the ICU of Spain, diagnostic and therapeutic management. Med Intensiva 2021; 46:S0210-5691(21)00169-8. [PMID: 34294446 DOI: 10.1016/j.medin.2021.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2021] [Revised: 05/23/2021] [Accepted: 06/06/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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- L Santana-Cabrera
- Servicio de Medicina Intensiva. Complejo Hospitalario Universitario Insular Materno Infantil, Islas Canarias, España.
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- Servicio de Medicina Intensiva. Complejo Hospitalario Universitario Insular Materno Infantil, Islas Canarias, España
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- Servicio de Rehabilitación. Complejo Hospitalario Universitario Insular Materno Infantil, Islas Canarias, España
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- Servicio de Medicina Intensiva. Complejo Hospitalario Universitario Insular Materno Infantil, Islas Canarias, España
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- Servicio de Medicina Intensiva. Complejo Hospitalario Universitario Insular Materno Infantil, Islas Canarias, España
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- Servicio de Medicina Intensiva. Complejo Hospitalario Universitario Insular Materno Infantil, Islas Canarias, España
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Kosilek RP, Schmidt K, Baumeister SE, Gensichen J. Frequency and risk factors of post-intensive care syndrome components in a multicenter randomized controlled trial of German sepsis survivors. J Crit Care 2021; 65:268-273. [PMID: 34280656 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrc.2021.07.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2021] [Revised: 07/01/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Post-intensive care syndrome (PICS) is a combination of cognitive, psychiatric and physical impairments in survivors of critical illness and intensive care. There is little data on long-term co-occurrence of associated impairments. METHODS Analysis of data from 289 sepsis survivors from a German multicenter RCT. Impairments associated with PICS (depression, PTSD, cognitive impairment, chronic pain, neuropathic symptoms, dysphagia) during 24 months follow-up are used to explore the frequency and risk factors of PICS components in three classification models. RESULTS The majority of participants showed impairments in 2-3 of 6 domains during follow-up. The overall frequency of PICS according to the classification models ranged from 32.9% to 98.6%. In regression analyses, there were no significant effects in selected ICU-related exposures or covariates for PICS classification models. Regarding individual components, only higher age and longer duration of ICU treatment and mechanical ventilation showed significant positive associations with the occurrence of cognitive impairment during follow-up, as did male gender and higher age for dysphagia. CONCLUSIONS Almost all study participants showed impairments associated with PICS in at least one domain. The proposed classification models for PICS appear to be too broad to identify specific risk factors beyond its individual components.
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- R P Kosilek
- Institute of General Practice and Family Medicine, LMU Klinikum, Munich, Germany.
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- Institute of General Practice and Family Medicine, Charité University Medicine Berlin, Berlin, Germany; Institute of General Practice and Family Medicine, Jena University Hospital, Jena, Germany
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- Chair of Epidemiology, LMU München, UNIKA-T Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany; Institute of Health Services Research in Dentistry, University of Münster, Münster, Germany
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- Institute of General Practice and Family Medicine, LMU Klinikum, Munich, Germany
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Dallal York J, Leonard K, Anderson A, DiBiase L, Jeng EI, Plowman EK. Discriminant Ability of the 3-Ounce Water Swallow Test to Detect Aspiration in Acute Postoperative Cardiac Surgical Patients. Dysphagia 2021; 37:831-838. [PMID: 34268585 DOI: 10.1007/s00455-021-10333-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2020] [Accepted: 06/22/2021] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Dysphagia is a common complication of cardiac surgery (CS) contributing to morbidity and mortality. Although early dysphagia detection is important, no current screening guidelines or validated tools exist in the cardiac intensive care setting. We therefore aimed to examine the discriminant ability of the 3-ounce water swallow test (3 oz. WST) to detect aspiration in acute postoperative CS patients. 196 postoperative CS patients were enrolled in this prospective single-center study. Participants completed the 3 oz. WST and a standardized Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing. Independent duplicate ratings of the penetration aspiration scale (PAS) were performed in a blinded fashion (100% agreement criteria). Receiver operating characteristic curve and area under the curve (AUC) analyses were performed with sensitivity, specificity, positive, and negative predictive values (PPV, NPV) derived. Fifty-four CS patients (28%) were confirmed aspirators (PAS ≥ 6), of whom 48% (n = 26) were silent aspirators (PAS = 8). Both the sensitivity and specificity of the 3 oz. WST to identify instrumentally confirmed aspiration was 63% (AUC: 0.63, 95% CI: 0.54, 0.72), and PPV was 39% and NPV 82%. The 3 oz. WST demonstrated fair discriminant ability to detect aspiration in acute postoperative CS patients. The high rate of silent aspiration may explain, in part, these findings given that the screening fail criteria include an overt cough response. In isolation, the 3 oz. WST does not represent a sensitive screen of aspiration in postoperative CS patients with a need to identify alternative screening tools for this setting.
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- Justine Dallal York
- Aerodigestive Research Core, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.,Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Science, College of Public Health, Health Professions, University of Florida, 1225 Center Drive, PO Box 100174, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Science, College of Public Health, Health Professions, University of Florida, 1225 Center Drive, PO Box 100174, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Aerodigestive Research Core, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Aerodigestive Research Core, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Aerodigestive Research Core, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA. .,Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Science, College of Public Health, Health Professions, University of Florida, 1225 Center Drive, PO Box 100174, Gainesville, FL, USA. .,Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA. .,Department of Neurology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.
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Julier R, Benfield JK. Evaluating the Use of Oral Trials for Inpatient Dysphagia Management: An Initial Cross-Sectional Database Study. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY 2021; 30:1793-1804. [PMID: 34161749 DOI: 10.1044/2021_ajslp-20-00387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Purpose Oral trials, otherwise known as swallow trials or tasters, are widely used in dysphagia management. However, to date, no studies have investigated the effectiveness of oral trials or outlined how the approach is utilized in everyday practice. This article aims to start a dialogue regarding this much-used but little-evidenced dysphagia intervention by exploring three main aspects to (a) identify the patient demographics and environments in which oral trials are used in hospital, (b) explore clinical decision making around the approach, and (c) consider clinical implications around current findings and future areas for research. Method A cross-sectional examination of 118 patients on the dysphagia caseload of a United Kingdom-based inpatient speech and language therapy team was conducted. Statistical analysis explored demographic differences between oral trials groups and the rest of the dysphagia caseload. Results Twenty-three of 118 (19.5%) individuals on the caseload were or had been on oral trials during admission. Individuals in the oral trials group were significantly more likely to have a neurological diagnosis than the full oral intake group (78.3% vs. 30.5%, p < .001). There was a lack of uniformity in oral trials recommendations, and the rationale behind quantity and types of diet or fluids offered was unclear. Conclusions This study begins to evidence the use of a dysphagia therapy not previously explored within existing literature. It highlights the wide use of oral trials within the hospital trust observed. Based on current evidence, it would be difficult for clinicians to know how to implement oral trials as an intervention. Further research is required both to explore the effectiveness of this approach and also to develop a consensus within practice around how, why, and when oral trials are offered. This would ensure an equitable and effective service is offered and would ensure a high standard of evidence-based practice within dysphagia management.
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- Rebecca Julier
- School of Health and Social Care, University of Lincoln, United Kingdom
- Department of Speech and Language Therapy, Derbyshire Community Health Services, Royal Derby Hospital, United Kingdom
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- Department of Speech and Language Therapy, Derbyshire Community Health Services, Royal Derby Hospital, United Kingdom
- Stroke Trials Unit, Division of Mental Health and Clinical Neuroscience, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom
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Osbeck Sandblom H, Dotevall H, Svennerholm K, Tuomi L, Finizia C. Characterization of dysphagia and laryngeal findings in COVID-19 patients treated in the ICU-An observational clinical study. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0252347. [PMID: 34086717 PMCID: PMC8177545 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0252347] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2021] [Accepted: 05/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Background Dysphagia appears to be common in patients with severe COVID-19. Information about the characteristics of dysphagia and laryngeal findings in COVID-19 patients treated in the intensive care unit (ICU) is still limited. Objectives The aim of this study was to evaluate oropharyngeal swallowing function and laryngeal appearance and function in patients with severe COVID-19. Method A series of 25 ICU patients with COVID-19 and signs of dysphagia were examined with fiberendoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) during the latter stage of ICU care or after discharge from the ICU. Swallowing function and laryngeal findings were assessed with standard rating scales from video recordings. Results Pooling of secretions was found in 92% of patients. Eleven patients (44%) showed signs of silent aspiration to the trachea on at least one occasion. All patients showed residue after swallowing to some degree both in the vallecula and hypopharynx. Seventy-six percent of patients had impaired vocal cord movement. Erythema of the vocal folds was found in 60% of patients and edema in the arytenoid region in 60%. Conclusion Impairment of oropharyngeal swallowing function and abnormal laryngeal findings were common in this series of patients with severe COVID-19 treated in the ICU. To avoid complications related to dysphagia in this patient group, it seems to be of great importance to evaluate the swallowing function as a standard procedure, preferably at an early stage, before initiation of oral intake. Fiberendoscopic evaluation of swallowing is preferred due to the high incidence of pooling of secretion in the hypopharynx, silent aspiration, and residuals. Further studies of the impact on swallowing function in short- and long-term in patients with COVID-19 are warranted.
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- Hanna Osbeck Sandblom
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Region Västra Götaland, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Region Västra Götaland, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Region Västra Götaland, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Region Västra Götaland, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Region Västra Götaland, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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The Association Between Endotracheal Tube Size and Aspiration (During Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) in Acute Respiratory Failure Survivors. Crit Care Med 2021; 48:1604-1611. [PMID: 32804785 DOI: 10.1097/ccm.0000000000004554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To determine whether a modifiable risk factor, endotracheal tube size, is associated with the diagnosis of postextubation aspiration in survivors of acute respiratory failure. DESIGN Prospective cohort study. SETTING ICUs at four academic tertiary care medical centers. PATIENTS Two hundred ten patients who were at least 18 years old, admitted to an ICU, and mechanically ventilated with an endotracheal tube for longer than 48 hours were enrolled. INTERVENTIONS Within 72 hours of extubation, all patients received a flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing examination that entailed administration of ice, thin liquid, thick liquid, puree, and cracker boluses. Patient demographics, treatment variables, and hospital outcomes were abstracted from the patient's medical records. Endotracheal tube size was independently selected by the patient's treating physicians. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS For each flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing examination, laryngeal pathology was evaluated, and for each bolus, a Penetration Aspiration Scale score was assigned. Aspiration (Penetration Aspiration Scale score ≥ 6) was further categorized into nonsilent aspiration (Penetration Aspiration Scale score = 6 or 7) and silent aspiration (Penetration Aspiration Scale score = 8). One third of patients (n = 68) aspirated (Penetration Aspiration Scale score ≥ 6) on at least one bolus, 13.6% (n = 29) exhibited silent aspiration, and 23.8% (n = 50) exhibited nonsilent aspiration. In a multivariable analysis, endotracheal tube size (≤ 7.5 vs ≥ 8.0) was significantly associated with patients exhibiting any aspiration (Penetration Aspiration Scale score ≥ 6) (p = 0.016; odds ratio = 2.17; 95% CI 1.14-4.13) and with risk of developing laryngeal granulation tissue (p = 0.02). CONCLUSIONS Larger endotracheal tube size was associated with increased risk of aspiration and laryngeal granulation tissue. Using smaller endotracheal tubes may reduce the risk of postextubation aspiration.
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The incidence and clinical outcomes of postextubation dysphagia in a regional critical care setting. Aust Crit Care 2021; 35:107-112. [PMID: 34034939 DOI: 10.1016/j.aucc.2021.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2020] [Revised: 01/14/2021] [Accepted: 03/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Postextubation dysphagia (PED) has been shown to occur in 41% of critically ill patients requiring endotracheal intubation. With one-third of patients with PED experiencing silent aspiration, it is reasonable to anticipate negative health outcomes are likely, although this has not yet been systematically explored in an Australian context. OBJECTIVES The aim of the study was to determine the impact of PED, in a regional Australian intensive care unit (ICU), on rates of pneumonia, the length of stay in the ICU and hospital, and healthcare expenditure. METHODS This study was conducted as a retrospective cohort analysis, which used administrative healthcare data of patients who received endotracheal intubation for invasive mechanical ventilation. Patients with a tracheostomy or known pre-existing dysphagia were excluded. RESULTS A total of 822 patient episodes were identified, of which 7% (n = 58) presented with PED. Half of all patients within the PED cohort (53%) were intubated for fewer than 48 h. Patients with PED had a longer median length of stay in the ICU (5 days versus 3 days, p < 0.001) and were more likely to develop pneumonia (odds ratio = 2.51, 95% confidence interval = 1.28, 4.95) than extubated patients without dysphagia. Median cost per hospital admission for patients with PED was double that for extubated patients without dysphagia (AUD $42,685 versus AUD $20,840, p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS This study highlights that even a short duration of intubation may carry a risk of PED. The presence of PED, regardless of duration of intubation, increased the rates of pneumonia, length of stay in the ICU and hospital, and healthcare expenditure.
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Functional Outcomes, Goals, and Goal Attainment Amongst Chronically Critically Ill Long-Term Acute Care Hospital Patients. Ann Am Thorac Soc 2021; 18:2041-2048. [PMID: 33984248 DOI: 10.1513/annalsats.202011-1412oc] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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RATIONALE Chronically critically ill patients admitted to a long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) setting are a vulnerable population of intensive care unit survivors. Little is known of the goals and functional outcomes achieved by patients after rehabilitation in the LTACH setting. OBJECTIVES We sought to examine patient goals and functional outcomes, including swallowing function, amongst ICU survivors admitted to an LTACH with a tracheostomy. METHODS Prospective observational cohort study of chronic critically ill LTACH patients. RESULTS Fifty elderly subjects with a median duration of intubation prior to tracheostomy of 13 days were enrolled. ICU-acquired weakness and cognitive impairment were present in 40 (80%) and 36 (72%) patients, as measured by the Medical Research Council scale and Montreal Cognitive Assessment, respectively. Mental health problems were also common, with 16 (32%) patients experiencing moderate to severe anxiety, 9 (18%) experiencing moderate to severe depression, and 11 (22%) reporting symptoms consistent with PTSD, according to the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome 10-Questions Inventory, respectively. Pharyngeal dysfunction, as measured by Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallow exam, was present in 37 (74%) patients. Patient goals, in decreasing order of frequency, included: eating and drinking, speaking, walking, returning home, and toileting. By LTACH discharge, goal attainment was variable, with 97% of those who ranked speaking as important able to speak, 88% able to eat and drink, yet only 21% were walking and 18% were able to self-toilet. Discharge to the home or acute rehabilitation setting, achieved in 52% of the population, was associated with greater strength, as measured by the total MRC score (p=0.002), as well as the EuroQOL domains of mobility (p=0.008) and self-care (p=0.04). CONCLUSIONS Goal attainment during this period of recovery was variable. The ability to speak, eat and drink, frequently identified as goals by these patients, were achieved, while functional goals such as walking were rarely achieved. These findings highlight the importance of identifying patient goals and setting realistic expectations informed by functional assessments when rehabilitating this vulnerable patient population in the LTACH and subsequent post-acute care settings.
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Muhle P, Suntrup-Krueger S, Burkardt K, Lapa S, Ogawa M, Claus I, Labeit B, Ahring S, Oelenberg S, Warnecke T, Dziewas R. Standardized Endoscopic Swallowing Evaluation for Tracheostomy Decannulation in Critically Ill Neurologic Patients - a prospective evaluation. Neurol Res Pract 2021; 3:26. [PMID: 33966636 PMCID: PMC8108459 DOI: 10.1186/s42466-021-00124-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2021] [Accepted: 04/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Background Removal of a tracheostomy tube in critically ill neurologic patients is a critical issue during intensive care treatment, particularly due to severe dysphagia and insufficient airway protection. The “Standardized Endoscopic Evaluation for Tracheostomy Decannulation in Critically Ill Neurologic Patients” (SESETD) is an objective measure of readiness for decannulation. This protocol includes the stepwise evaluation of secretion management, spontaneous swallowing, and laryngeal sensitivity during fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES). Here, we first evaluated safety and secondly effectiveness of the protocol and sought to identify predictors of decannulation success and decannulation failure. Methods A prospective observational study was conducted in the neurological intensive care unit at Münster University Hospital, Germany between January 2013 and December 2017. Three hundred and seventy-seven tracheostomized patients with an acute neurologic disease completely weaned from mechanical ventilation were included, all of whom were examined by FEES within 72 h from end of mechanical ventilation. Using regression analysis, predictors of successful decannulation, as well as decannulation failure were investigated. Results Two hundred and twenty-seven patients (60.2%) could be decannulated during their stay according to the protocol, 59 of whom within 24 h from the initial FEES after completed weaning. 3.5% of patients had to be recannulated due to severe dysphagia or related complications. Prolonged mechanical ventilation showed to be a significant predictor of decannulation failure. Lower age was identified to be a significant predictor of early decannulation after end of weaning. Transforming the binary SESETD into a 4-point scale helped predicting decannulation success in patients not immediately ready for decannulation after the end of respiratory weaning (optimal cutoff ≥1; sensitivity: 64%, specifity: 66%). Conclusions The SESETD showed to be a safe and efficient tool to evaluate readiness for decannulation in our patient collective of critically ill neurologic patients. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s42466-021-00124-1.
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- Paul Muhle
- University Hospital Muenster, Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1 A, 48149, Muenster, Germany. .,Institute for Biomagnetism and Biosignalanalysis, University Hospital Muenster, Malmedyweg 15, 48149, Muenster, Germany.
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- University Hospital Muenster, Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1 A, 48149, Muenster, Germany.,Institute for Biomagnetism and Biosignalanalysis, University Hospital Muenster, Malmedyweg 15, 48149, Muenster, Germany
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- Raphaelsklinik Muenster, Department of General Surgery, Loerstraße 23, 48143, Muenster, Germany
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- University Hospital Frankfurt, Department of Neurology, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60590, Frankfurt/Main, Germany
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine I, School of Medicine, Fujita Health University, Toyoake, Aichi, Japan
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- University Hospital Muenster, Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1 A, 48149, Muenster, Germany
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- University Hospital Muenster, Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1 A, 48149, Muenster, Germany.,Institute for Biomagnetism and Biosignalanalysis, University Hospital Muenster, Malmedyweg 15, 48149, Muenster, Germany
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- University Hospital Muenster, Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1 A, 48149, Muenster, Germany
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- University Hospital Muenster, Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1 A, 48149, Muenster, Germany
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- University Hospital Muenster, Department of Neurology with Institute for Translational Neurology, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1 A, 48149, Muenster, Germany
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- Klinikum Osnabrück, Department of Neurology, Am Finkenhügel 1, 49076, Osnabrück, Germany
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Dziewas R, Allescher HD, Aroyo I, Bartolome G, Beilenhoff U, Bohlender J, Breitbach-Snowdon H, Fheodoroff K, Glahn J, Heppner HJ, Hörmann K, Ledl C, Lücking C, Pokieser P, Schefold JC, Schröter-Morasch H, Schweikert K, Sparing R, Trapl-Grundschober M, Wallesch C, Warnecke T, Werner CJ, Weßling J, Wirth R, Pflug C. Diagnosis and treatment of neurogenic dysphagia - S1 guideline of the German Society of Neurology. Neurol Res Pract 2021; 3:23. [PMID: 33941289 PMCID: PMC8094546 DOI: 10.1186/s42466-021-00122-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2021] [Accepted: 03/24/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Introduction Neurogenic dysphagia defines swallowing disorders caused by diseases of the central and peripheral nervous system, neuromuscular transmission, or muscles. Neurogenic dysphagia is one of the most common and at the same time most dangerous symptoms of many neurological diseases. Its most important sequelae include aspiration pneumonia, malnutrition and dehydration, and affected patients more often require long-term care and are exposed to an increased mortality. Based on a systematic pubmed research of related original papers, review articles, international guidelines and surveys about the diagnostics and treatment of neurogenic dysphagia, a consensus process was initiated, which included dysphagia experts from 27 medical societies. Recommendations This guideline consists of 53 recommendations covering in its first part the whole diagnostic spectrum from the dysphagia specific medical history, initial dysphagia screening and clinical assessment, to more refined instrumental procedures, such as flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing, the videofluoroscopic swallowing study and high-resolution manometry. In addition, specific clinical scenarios are captured, among others the management of patients with nasogastric and tracheotomy tubes. The second part of this guideline is dedicated to the treatment of neurogenic dysphagia. Apart from dietary interventions and behavioral swallowing treatment, interventions to improve oral hygiene, pharmacological treatment options, different modalities of neurostimulation as well as minimally invasive and surgical therapies are dealt with. Conclusions The diagnosis and treatment of neurogenic dysphagia is challenging and requires a joined effort of different medical professions. While the evidence supporting the implementation of dysphagia screening is rather convincing, further trials are needed to improve the quality of evidence for more refined methods of dysphagia diagnostics and, in particular, the different treatment options of neurogenic dysphagia. The present article is an abridged and translated version of the guideline recently published online (https://www.awmf.org/uploads/tx_szleitlinien/030-111l_Neurogene-Dysphagie_2020-05.pdf).
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- Rainer Dziewas
- Klinik für Neurologie, Universitätsklinik Münster, 48149 Münster, Germany. .,Klinik für Neurologie und Neurologische Frührehabilitation, Klinikum Osnabrück, Am Finkenhügel 1, 49076, Osnabrück, Germany.
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- Zentrum für Innere Medizin, Klinikum Garmisch-Partenkirchen GmbH, Auenstraße 6, 82467, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
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- Klinik für Neurologie und Neurointensivmedizin, Klinikum Darmstadt, Grafenstr. 9, 64283, Darmstadt, Germany
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- Universitätsspital Zürich, ORL-Klinik, Abteilung für Phoniatrie und Klinische Logopädie, Frauenklinikstr. 24, 8091, Zürich, Schweiz
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- Schule für Logopädie, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Kardinal-von-Galen-Ring 10, 48149, Münster, Germany
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- Universitätsklinik für Neurologie und Neurogeriatrie, Johannes Wesling Klinikum Minden, Hans-Nolte Strasse 1, 32429, Minden, Germany
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- Private Universität Witten/Herdecke gGmbH, Alfred-Herrhausen-Straße 50, 58448, Witten, Germany
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- University Medical Centre Mannheim, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1-3, 68167, Mannheim, Germany
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- Abteilung Sprach-, Sprech- und Schlucktherapie, Schön Klinik Bad Aibling SE & Co. KG, Kolbermoorer Str. 72, 83043, Bad Aibling, Germany
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- Schön Klinik München Schwabing, Parzivalplatz 4, 80804, München, Germany
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- Medizinische Universität Wien, Teaching Center / Unified Patient Program, AKH Wien, Währinger Gürtel 18-20, 1090, Wien, Österreich
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- Universitätsklinik für Intensivmedizin, Inselspital, Universitätsspital Bern, 3010, Bern, Schweiz
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- REHAB Basel, Klinik für Neurorehabilitation und Paraplegiologie, Im Burgfelderhof 40, 4012, Basel, Schweiz
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- VAMED Klinik Hattingen GmbH, Rehabilitationszentrum für Neurologie, Neurochirurgie, Neuropädiatrie, Am Hagen 20, 45527, Hattingen, Germany
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- Klinische Abteilung für Neurologie, Therapeutischer Dienst, Universitätsklinikum Tulln, Karl Landsteiner Privatuniversität für Gesundheitswissenschaften, Alter Ziegelweg 10, 3430, Tulln an der Donau, Österreich
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- BDH-Klinik Elzach gGmbH, Am Tannwald 1, 79215, Elzach, Germany
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- Klinik für Neurologie, Universitätsklinik Münster, 48149 Münster, Germany
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- Sektion Interdisziplinäre Geriatrie, Klinik für Neurologie, Medizinische Fakultät, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Germany
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- Zentrum für Radiologie, Neuroradiologie und Nuklearmedizin, Clemenskrankenhaus Münster, Düesbergweg 124, 48153, Münster, Germany
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- Klinik für Altersmedizin und Frührehabilitation, Marien Hospital Herne, Universitätsklinikum der Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Katholische Kliniken Rhein-Ruhr, Hölkeskampring 40, 44625, Herne, Germany
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Hör-, Stimm- und Sprachheilkunde, Universitäres Dysphagiezentrum Hamburg, Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistraße 52, 20246, Hamburg, Germany
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Kim E, Kast C, Afroz-Hossain A, Qiu M, Pappas K, Sinvani L. Bridging the Gap Between the Intensive Care Unit and the Acute Medical Care Unit. Am J Crit Care 2021; 30:193-200. [PMID: 34161979 DOI: 10.4037/ajcc2021591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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BACKGROUND Despite a growing cohort of intensive care unit (ICU) survivors, little is known about the early ICU aftercare period. OBJECTIVE To identify gaps in early ICU aftercare and factors associated with poor hospital outcomes. METHODS A multisite, retrospective study (January 1 to December 31, 2017) was conducted among randomly selected patients admitted to the medical ICU and subsequently transferred to acute medical care units. Records were reviewed for patient characteristics, ICU course, and early ICU aftercare practices and syndromes. Associations between practices and hospital outcomes were calculated with χ2 and Wilcoxon rank sum tests, followed by logistic regression. RESULTS One hundred fifty-one patients met inclusion criteria (mean [SD] age, 64.2 [19.1] years; 51.7% male; 44.4% White). The most frequent diagnoses were sepsis (35.8%) and respiratory failure (33.8%). During early ICU aftercare, 46.4% had dietary restrictions, 25.8% had bed rest orders, 25.0% had a bladder catheter, 26.5% had advance directive documentation, 33.8% had dysphagia, 34.3% had functional decline, and 23.2% had delirium. Higher Charlson Comorbidity Index (odds ratio, 1.6) and midodrine use on medical units (odds ratio, 7.5) were associated with in-hospital mortality; mechanical ventilation in the ICU was associated with rapid response on medical unit (odds ratio, 12.9); and bladder catheters were associated with ICU readmission (odds ratio, 5.2). CONCLUSIONS Delirium, debility, and dysphagia are frequently encountered in early ICU aftercare, yet bed rest, dietary restriction, and lack of advance directive documentation are common. Future studies are urgently needed to characterize and address early ICU aftercare.
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- Eileen Kim
- Eileen Kim is assistant professor, Division of Hospital Medicine, Department of Medicine, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, New York
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- Charles Kast is assistant professor, Division of Hospital Medicine, Department of Medicine, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, New York
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- Anika Afroz-Hossain is assistant professor, Division of Hospital Medicine, Department of Medicine, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, New York
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- Michael Qiu is a data analyst, Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, Northwell Health, Manhasset, New York
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- Karalyn Pappas is a biostatistician, Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, Northwell Health, Manhasset, New York
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- Liron Sinvani is an associate professor, Division of Hospital Medicine, Department of Medicine, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and an assistant professor, Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, Northwell Health
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Turra GS, Schwartz IVD, Almeida STD, Martinez CC, Bridi M, Barreto SSM. Efficacy of speech therapy in post-intubation patients with oropharyngeal dysphagia: a randomized controlled trial. Codas 2021; 33:e20190246. [PMID: 33909759 DOI: 10.1590/2317-1782/20202019246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2019] [Accepted: 04/22/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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PURPOSE to verify the efficacy of speech therapy in the early return of oral intake in patients with post-orotracheal intubation dysphagia. METHODS It was a double-blinded randomized controlled trial for two years with patients of intensive care units of a hospital. Study inclusion criteria were orotracheal intubation>48hours, age≥18 years old, clinical stability, and dysphagia. Exclusion criteria were tracheotomy, score 4 to 7 in the Functional Oral Intake Scale (FOIS), neurological disorders. Patients were randomized into speech treatment or control group (ten days of follow-up). The treated group (TG) received guidance, therapeutic techniques, airway protection and maneuvers, orofacial myofunctional and vocal exercises, diet introduction; the control group (CG) received SHAM treatment. Primary outcomes were oral intake progression, dysphagia severity, and tube feeding permanence. RESULTS In the initial period of study, 240 patients were assessed and 40 (16.6%) had dysphagia. Of this, 32 patients met the inclusion criteria, and 17 (53%) received speech therapy. Tube feeding permanence was shorter in TG (median of 3 days) compared to CG (median of 10 days) (p=0.004). The size effect of the intervention on tube feeding permanence was statistically significant between groups (Cohen's d=1.21). TG showed progress on FOIS scores compared to CG (p=0.005). TG also had a progression in severity levels of Dysphagia protocol (from moderate to mild dysphagia) (p<0.001). CONCLUSION Speech therapy favors an early progression of oral intake in post-intubation patients with dysphagia. Clinical Trial Registration: RBR-9829jk.
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- Giovana Sasso Turra
- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Médicas, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul - UFRGS - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Médicas, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul - UFRGS - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil.,Serviço de Genética Médica, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil
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- Departamento de Fonoaudiologia, Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre - UFCSPA - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil
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- Instituto de Psicologia, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul - UFRGS - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Médicas, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul - UFRGS - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Médicas, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul - UFRGS - Porto Alegre (RS), Brasil
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Bushuven S, Niebel I, Huber J, Diesener P. Emotional and Psychological Effects of Dysphagia: Validation of the Jugendwerk Dysphagia Emotion and Family Assessment (JDEFA). Dysphagia 2021; 37:375-391. [PMID: 33817751 PMCID: PMC8019588 DOI: 10.1007/s00455-021-10289-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2020] [Accepted: 03/16/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Introduction Patients suffering from swallowing disorders are experiencing emotional effects like anger, anxiety, and sadness. This may be affecting patient–therapist relation and family functioning. To assess emotional reaction and their influence on family systems, we developed a 55-item questionnaire based on the Atlas of Emotion and the Calgary Family Intervention Model. Methods We recruited more than 160 participants to validate an online survey, namely the Jugendwerk Dysphagia Emotion and Family Assessment Score (JDEFA). Forty-Nine health care workers, patients, and family members completed the survey and provided additional comments regarding interactions of emotions and dysphagia. Analysis was accomplished by non-parametric tests and principal component analyses with Varimax rotation. Additionally, we accomplished a qualitative content analysis taking a phenomenological single-coder approach. Results Analysis revealed a Cronbach’s Alpha of 0.93. Using primary component analyses, justified by a Kaiser–Meyer–Olkin value of 0.81, we identified two main factors (emotion and family). Patients experienced sadness and anger more often than health care providers, whereas family members felt anxiety even more often. Our qualitative analysis revealed 20 themes (7 for anger, 2 enjoyment, 4 sadness, 3 anxiety, 2 disgust, 1 shame, and 1 punishment). Predominantly, the fear of choking was mentioned by patients, whereas professionals reported about the fear of making mistakes. Conclusion The JDEFA is a valid and reliable testing tool for the assessment of swallowing disorders concerning emotional aspects and family functioning. Both factors have a significant role in dysphagia and evaluations should go along with functional assessments and psychological scores for a holistic understanding of swallowing disorders.
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- Stefan Bushuven
- Department of Neurorehabilitation, Hegau-Jugendwerk Gailingen, Healthcare Association Constance (GLKN), Gailingen, Germany. .,Institute for Infection Control and Infection Prevention, Healthcare Association Constance (GLKN), Hegau-Bodensee-Hospital, 78315, Radolfzell, Germany. .,Institute for Medical Education, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany.
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- Department of Neurorehabilitation, Hegau-Jugendwerk Gailingen, Healthcare Association Constance (GLKN), Gailingen, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Education, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Neurorehabilitation, Hegau-Jugendwerk Gailingen, Healthcare Association Constance (GLKN), Gailingen, Germany
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Traugott M, Hoepler W, Kitzberger R, Pavlata S, Seitz T, Baumgartner S, Placher-Sorko G, Pirker-Krassnig D, Ehehalt U, Grasnek A, Beham-Kacerovsky M, Friese E, Wenisch C, Neuhold S. Successful treatment of intubation-induced severe neurogenic post-extubation dysphagia using pharyngeal electrical stimulation in a COVID-19 survivor: a case report. J Med Case Rep 2021; 15:148. [PMID: 33752743 PMCID: PMC7983095 DOI: 10.1186/s13256-021-02763-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 03/01/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background A significant portion of critically ill patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) are at high risk of developing intensive care unit (ICU)-acquired swallowing dysfunction (neurogenic dysphagia) as a consequence of requiring prolonged mechanical ventilation. Pharyngeal electrical stimulation (PES) is a simple and safe treatment for neurogenic dysphagia. It has been shown that PES can restore safe swallowing in orally intubated or tracheotomized ICU patients with neurogenic dysphagia following severe stroke. We report the case of a patient with severe neurogenic post-extubation dysphagia (PED) due to prolonged intubation and severe general muscle weakness related to COVID-19, which was successfully treated using PES. Case presentation A 71-year-old Caucasian female patient with confirmed severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection developed neurogenic dysphagia following prolonged intubation in the ICU. To avoid aerosol-generating procedures, her swallowing function was evaluated non-instrumentally as recommended by recently published international guidelines in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Her swallowing function was markedly impaired and PES therapy was recommended. PES led to a rapid improvement of the PED, as evaluated by bedside swallowing assessments using the Gugging Swallowing Screen (GUSS) and Dysphagia Severity Rating Scale (DSRS), and diet screening using the Functional Oral Intake Scale (FOIS). The improved swallowing, as reflected by these measures, allowed this patient to transfer from the ICU to a non-intensive medical department 5 days after completing PES treatment. Conclusions PES treatment contributed to the restoration of a safe swallowing function in this critically ill patient with COVID-19 and ICU-acquired swallowing dysfunction. Early clinical bedside swallowing assessment and dysphagia intervention in COVID-19 patients is crucial to optimize their full recovery. PES may contribute to a safe and earlier ICU discharge of patients with ICU-acquired swallowing dysfunction. Earlier ICU discharge and reduced rates of re-intubation following PES can help alleviate some of the pressure on ICU bed capacity, which is critical in times of a health emergency such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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- Marianna Traugott
- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria.
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Otorhinolaryngeology Department, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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- Fourth Medical Department with Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Klinik Favoriten - Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital, Kundratstraße 3, 1100, Vienna, Austria
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Hoyois A, Ballarin A, Thomas J, Lheureux O, Preiser JC, Coppens E, Perez-Bogerd S, Taton O, Farine S, Van Ouytsel P, Arvanitakis M. Nutrition evaluation and management of critically ill patients with COVID-19 during post-intensive care rehabilitation. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr 2021; 45:1153-1163. [PMID: 33666263 PMCID: PMC8014266 DOI: 10.1002/jpen.2101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2020] [Revised: 02/02/2021] [Accepted: 03/01/2021] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Background Among hospitalized patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19), up to 12% may require intensive care unit (ICU) management. The aim of this prospective cohort study is to assess nutrition status and outcome in patients with COVID‐19 following ICU discharge. Methods Patients requiring a minimum of 14 days’ stay in the ICU with mechanical ventilation were included. Nutrition status was assessed at inclusion (ICU discharge) and follow‐up (after 15, 30, and 60 days). All patients had standardized medical nutrition therapy with defined targets regarding energy (30 kcal/kg/d) and protein intake (1.5 g/kg/d). Results Fifteen patients were included (67% males); the median age was 60 (33–75) years old. Body mass index at ICU admission was 25.7 (IQR, 24–31) kg/m². After a median ICU stay of 33 (IQR, 26–39) days, malnutrition was present in all patients (11.3% median weight loss and/or low muscle mass based on handgrip strength measurement). Because of postintubation dysphagia in 60% of patients, enteral nutrition was administered (57% nasogastric tube; 43% percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy). After 2 months, a significant improvement in muscle strength was observed (median handgrip strength, 64.7% [IQR, 51%–73%] of the predicted values for age vs 19% [IQR, 4.8%–28.4%] at ICU discharge [P < 0.0005]), as well as weight gain of 4.3 kg (IQR, 2.7–6.7 kg) (P < 0.0002). Conclusions Critically ill patients with COVID‐19 requiring ICU admission and mechanical ventilation have malnutrition and low muscle mass at ICU discharge. Nutrition parameters improve during rehabilitation with standardized medical nutrition therapy.
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- Alice Hoyois
- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatopancreatology, and Digestive Oncology, CUB Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- CUB Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- CUB Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Departments of Intensive Care, CUB Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Departments of Intensive Care, CUB Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Radiology, CUB Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Pneumology, CUB Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Pneumology, CUB Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Dietetic Department, CUB Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Dietetic Department, CUB Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatopancreatology, and Digestive Oncology, CUB Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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The Bedside Clinical Examination as a key element of the swallowing assessment during the COVID 19 Pandemic. Eur Ann Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Dis 2021; 138:313. [PMID: 33676881 PMCID: PMC7929782 DOI: 10.1016/j.anorl.2020.06.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2020] [Revised: 06/19/2020] [Accepted: 06/19/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Nienow MK, Susterich CE, Peterson SJ. Prioritizing nutrition during recovery from critical illness. Curr Opin Clin Nutr Metab Care 2021; 24:199-205. [PMID: 33394715 DOI: 10.1097/mco.0000000000000728] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) often experience a significant decline in nutritional status due to a combination of the physiologic response to critical illness and insufficient calorie intake. The majority of research related to nutrition interventions for this population focuses on nutrition support during the acute phase. Minimal attention is given to the nutritional status of ICU patients during the recovery phase. This review will describe calorie intake when ICU care ends, provide an overview of barriers that limit intake, and possible interventions to improve nutritional status. RECENT FINDINGS Current evidence suggests patients are consuming < 60% of calorie requirements after extubation and ICU discharge. This inadequate calorie intake may exacerbate weight loss and muscle and fat wasting. Physiologic, physical, and cognitive manifestations of critical illness can lead to multiple issues that cause poor intake. Possible interventions to improve calorie intake include a patient-centered approach that utilizes oral nutrition supplements and enteral nutrition. SUMMARY Consuming adequate caloric intake in the recovery phase of critical illness is essential for rehabilitation. A systematic, patient centered approach that includes close monitoring of calorie and protein and timely interventions may be the best method to improve overall intake.
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- Morgan K Nienow
- Department of Food and Nutrition, Rush University Medical Center
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, College of Health Sciences, 600 S Paulina St, Office 737B, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Correction to: Abnormalities of Aspiration and Swallowing Function in Survivors of Acute Respiratory Failure. Dysphagia 2021; 36:842-853. [PMID: 33635374 DOI: 10.1007/s00455-020-10226-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Martins LB, Malheiros Silveira AL, Teixeira AL. The link between nutrition and Alzheimer's disease: from prevention to treatment. Neurodegener Dis Manag 2021; 11:155-166. [PMID: 33550870 DOI: 10.2217/nmt-2020-0023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia. To date, there is no effective pharmacological strategy to slow or stop disease progression. In this context, multiple alternative therapeutic strategies have been investigated for AD. This review addresses the potential role of nutrition interventions in AD prevention and treatment. Nutritional strategies for AD have been based on four pillars: maintaining a healthy weight (i.e., prevention and/or treatment of obesity, especially in midlife and prevention of weight loss in the later stages of AD); correction of nutritional deficiencies; adequate consumption of micronutrients (vitamins and minerals), especially those implicated in the pathways of AD pathophysiology; and microbiota modulation.
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- Laís Bhering Martins
- Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX 77054, USA.,Departamento de Nutrição, Escola de Enfermagem, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, 30130-100, Brazil
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- Departamento de Nutrição, Escola de Enfermagem, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, 30130-100, Brazil.,Departamento de Bioquímica e Imunologia, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, 31270-901, Brazil
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- Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX 77054, USA
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Swallowing and Voice Outcomes in Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19: An Observational Cohort Study. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2021; 102:1084-1090. [PMID: 33529610 PMCID: PMC7846878 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2021.01.063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2020] [Revised: 01/21/2021] [Accepted: 01/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Objective To evaluate the presentations and outcomes of inpatients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) presenting with dysphonia and dysphagia to investigate trends and inform potential pathways for ongoing care. Design Observational cohort study. Setting An inner-city National Health Service Hospital Trust in London, United Kingdom. Participants All adult inpatients hospitalized with COVID-19 (N=164) who were referred to Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) for voice and/or swallowing assessment for 2 months starting in April 2020. Interventions SLT assessment, advice, and therapy for dysphonia and dysphagia. Main Outcome Measures Evidence of delirium, neurologic presentation, intubation, tracheostomy, and proning history were collected, along with type of SLT provided and discharge outcomes. Therapy outcome measures were recorded for swallowing and tracheostomy pre- and post-SLT intervention and Grade Roughness Breathiness Asthenia Strain Scale for voice. Results Patients (N=164; 104 men) aged 56.8±16.7 years were included. Half (52.4%) had a tracheostomy, 78.7% had been intubated (mean, 15±6.6d), 13.4% had new neurologic impairment, and 69.5% were delirious. Individualized compensatory strategies were trialed in all and direct exercises with 11%. Baseline assessments showed marked impairments in dysphagia and voice, but there was significant improvement in all during the study (P<.0001). On average, patients started some oral intake 2 days after initial SLT assessment (interquartile range [IQR], 0-8) and were eating and drinking normally on discharge, but 29.3% (n=29) of those with dysphagia and 56.1% (n=37) of those with dysphonia remained impaired at hospital discharge. A total of 70.9% tracheostomized patients were decannulated, and the median time to decannulation was 19 days (IQR, 16-27). Among the 164 patients, 37.3% completed SLT input while inpatients, 23.5% were transferred to another hospital, 17.1% had voice, and 7.8% required community follow-up for dysphagia. Conclusions Inpatients with COVID-19 present with significant impairments of voice and swallowing, justifying responsive SLT. Prolonged intubations and tracheostomies were the norm, and a minority had new neurologic presentations. Patients typically improved with assessment that enabled treatment with individualized compensatory strategies. Services preparing for COVID-19 should target resources for tracheostomy weaning and to enable responsive management of dysphagia and dysphonia with robust referral pathways.
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Fedele D, De Francesco A, Riso S, Collo A. Obesity, malnutrition, and trace element deficiency in the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic: An overview. Nutrition 2021; 81:111016. [PMID: 33059127 PMCID: PMC7832575 DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2020.111016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2020] [Revised: 08/24/2020] [Accepted: 08/29/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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The world is currently facing the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic which places great pressure on health care systems and workers, often presents with severe clinical features, and sometimes requires admission into intensive care units. Derangements in nutritional status, both for obesity and malnutrition, are relevant for the clinical outcome in acute illness. Systemic inflammation, immune system impairment, sarcopenia, and preexisting associated conditions, such as respiratory, cardiovascular, and metabolic diseases related to obesity, could act as crucial factors linking nutritional status and the course and outcome of COVID-19. Nevertheless, vitamins and trace elements play an essential role in modulating immune response and inflammatory status. Overall, evaluation of the patient's nutritional status is not negligible for its implications on susceptibility, course, severity, and responsiveness to therapies, in order to perform a tailored nutritional intervention as an integral part of the treatment of patients with COVID-19. The aim of this study was to review the current data on the relevance of nutritional status, including trace elements and vitamin status, in influencing the course and outcome of the disease 3 mo after the World Health Organization's declaration of COVID-19 as a pandemic.
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- Debora Fedele
- Dietetic and Clinical Nutrition Unit, San Giovanni Battista Hospital, Città della Salute e della Scienza, Turin, Italy.
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- Dietetic and Clinical Nutrition Unit, San Giovanni Battista Hospital, Città della Salute e della Scienza, Turin, Italy
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- Dietetic and Clinical Nutrition Unit, Maggiore della Carità Hospital, Novara, Italy
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- Dietetic and Clinical Nutrition Unit, Maggiore della Carità Hospital, Novara, Italy
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Prevalence, Pathophysiology, Diagnostic Modalities, and Treatment Options for Dysphagia in Critically Ill Patients. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2020; 99:1164-1170. [PMID: 32304381 DOI: 10.1097/phm.0000000000001440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Postextubation dysphagia may impose a substantial burden on intensive care unit patients and healthcare systems. Approximately 517,000 patients survive mechanical ventilation during critical care annually. Reports of postextubation dysphagia prevalence are highly variable ranging between 3% and 93%. Of great concern is aspiration leading to the development of aspiration pneumonia when patients resume oral feeding. Screening for aspiration with a water swallow test has been reported to be positive for 12% of patients in the intensive care unit after extubation. This review aims to increase awareness of postextubation dysphagia and provide an updated overview of the current knowledge regarding prevalence, pathophysiology, diagnostic modalities, and treatment options.
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Nielsen AH, Gow ND, Svenningsen H. Translation and adaption of the Yale Swallow Protocol for a Danish intensive care setting. Scand J Caring Sci 2020; 35:1290-1300. [PMID: 33368484 DOI: 10.1111/scs.12950] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2020] [Revised: 10/27/2020] [Accepted: 11/29/2020] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Dysphagia related to intubation affects almost one in five patients in the intensive care unit; it may vary due to fluctuations in cerebral status and fatigue and lead to pneumonia, re-intubation and increased mortality. Taking care of patients' nutritional needs is an integral part of nursing and nurses must therefore be able to assess risk of dysphagia at all hours. However, Danish validated methods for use in the critically ill patient population are lacking. AIM To translate and adapt the Yale Swallow Protocol method for implementation in a Danish intensive care unit setting. METHODS Translation and adaption followed WHO's recommendations for translation and adaption of instruments. Face validity of the Danish version was evaluated in four group interviews. These were digitally recorded, transcribed and analysed using deductive content analysis. All interviewees gave informed consent. FINDINGS The translated version of the Yale Swallow Protocol was easy to understand, although nurses needed to have the method explained and needed training in using the method. In addition, the Yale Swallow Protocol must be adapted to local practice in terms of identifying patients at risk of dysphagia and deciding where to document results of the screening. CONCLUSION The translated version of the Yale Swallow Protocol proved conceptually and culturally sound and acceptable to intensive care unit nurses. Implementation should be followed by theoretical and practical training to build a nursing vocabulary relating to dysphagia and strengthen nurses' sensitivity to clinical manifestations consistent with dysphagia.
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- Anne Højager Nielsen
- Department of Anesthesiology, NIDO, Danmark, Gødstrup Hospital, Herning, Denmark
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- Department of Anesthesiology, NIDO, Danmark, Gødstrup Hospital, Herning, Denmark
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- Research Centre for Health and Welfare Technology, VIA University College, Aarhus N, Denmark
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Pfortmueller CA, Spinetti T, Urman RD, Luedi MM, Schefold JC. COVID-19-associated acute respiratory distress syndrome (CARDS): Current knowledge on pathophysiology and ICU treatment - A narrative review. Best Pract Res Clin Anaesthesiol 2020; 35:351-368. [PMID: 34511224 PMCID: PMC7831801 DOI: 10.1016/j.bpa.2020.12.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2020] [Accepted: 12/14/2020] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) induces coronavirus-19 disease (COVID-19) and is a major health concern. Following two SARS-CoV-2 pandemic “waves,” intensive care unit (ICU) specialists are treating a large number of COVID19-associated acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients. From a pathophysiological perspective, prominent mechanisms of COVID19-associated ARDS (CARDS) include severe pulmonary infiltration/edema and inflammation leading to impaired alveolar homeostasis, alteration of pulmonary physiology resulting in pulmonary fibrosis, endothelial inflammation (endotheliitis), vascular thrombosis, and immune cell activation. Although the syndrome ARDS serves as an umbrella term, distinct, i.e., CARDS-specific pathomechanisms and comorbidities can be noted (e.g., virus-induced endotheliitis associated with thromboembolism) and some aspects of CARDS can be considered ARDS “atypical.” Importantly, specific evidence-based medical interventions for CARDS (with the potential exception of corticosteroid use) are currently unavailable, limiting treatment efforts to mostly supportive ICU care. In this article, we will discuss the underlying pulmonary pathophysiology and the clinical management of CARDS. In addition, we will outline current and potential future treatment approaches.
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- Carmen A Pfortmueller
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Inselspital, Bern, University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse, CH-3010 Bern, Switzerland.
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Inselspital, Bern, University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse, CH-3010 Bern, Switzerland.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA 02115, USA.
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Inselspital, Bern, University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse, CH-3010 Bern, Switzerland.
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Inselspital, Bern, University Hospital, University of Bern, Freiburgstrasse, CH-3010 Bern, Switzerland.
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McIntyre M, Chimunda T, Koppa M, Dalton N, Reinders H, Doeltgen S. Risk Factors for Postextubation Dysphagia: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Laryngoscope 2020; 132:364-374. [PMID: 33320371 DOI: 10.1002/lary.29311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2020] [Revised: 11/23/2020] [Accepted: 11/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVES/HYPOTHESIS To identify, describe, and where possible meaningfully synthesize the reported risk factors for postextubation dysphagia (PED) in critically ill patients. STUDY DESIGN Systematic review and meta-analysis. METHODS A systematic search of peer-reviewed and grey literature was conducted in common scientific databases to identify previously evaluated risk factors of PED. Data extraction and risk of bias assessment used a double-blind approach. Random effects models were used for the meta-analyses. Meta-analyses were conducted where sufficient study numbers allowed after accounting for statistical and clinical heterogeneity. RESULTS Twenty-five studies were included, which investigated a total of 150 potential risk factors. Of these, 63 risk factors were previously identified by at least one study each as significantly increasing the risk of PED. After accounting for clinical and statistical heterogeneity, only two risk factors were suitable for meta-analysis, gender, and duration of intubation. In separate meta-analyses, neither gender (RR 1.00 [0.71, 1.43], I2 = 0%) nor duration of intubation (RR 1.54 [-0.40, 3.49], I2 = 0%) were significant predictors of PED. CONCLUSIONS A large number of risk factors for PED have been reported in the literature. However, significant variability in swallowing assessment methods, patient populations, timing of assessment, and duration of intubation prevented meaningful meta-analyses for the majority of these risk factors. Where meta-analysis was possible, gender and duration of intubation were not identified as risk factors for PED. We discuss future directions in clinical and research contexts. Laryngoscope, 2020.
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- Melanie McIntyre
- Swallowing Neurorehabilitation Research Lab, Speech Pathology, Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Bedford Park, South Australia, Australia.,Department of Speech Pathology, Bendigo Health, Bendigo, Victoria, Australia
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- Division of Critical Care, Bendigo Health, Bendigo, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Goulburn Valley Health, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia.,Department of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.,Department of Medicine, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Rural Health, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Rural Health, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Speech Pathology, Bendigo Health, Bendigo, Victoria, Australia
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- Swallowing Neurorehabilitation Research Lab, Speech Pathology, Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Bedford Park, South Australia, Australia
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Haresaku S, Nakashima F, Hara Y, Kuroki M, Aoki H, Kubota K, Naito T. Associations of Oral Health-Related Quality of Life with age, oral status, and oral function among psychiatric inpatients in Japan: a cross-sectional study. BMC Oral Health 2020; 20:361. [PMID: 33317511 PMCID: PMC7737280 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-020-01355-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2020] [Accepted: 12/08/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND As the general population of Japan ages, the population of hospitalized psychiatric patients is also ageing. The purpose of this study was to investigate the associations of oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) with age and oral health, including oral and swallowing function, among psychiatric inpatients. METHODS The subjects included 165 psychiatric inpatients in psychiatric hospitals in Japan. The General Oral Health Assessment Index (GOHAI) and the Eating Assessment Tool (EAT-10) were included in the questionnaire survey for the measurement of OHRQoL and the screening of dysphagia. A score ≥ 3 on the EAT-10 was defined as suspected dysphagia. Oral examinations and oral diadochokinesis (ODK) measurements for the tongue-lip motor function evaluation were conducted. The inpatients with acute psychiatric symptoms, moderate and severe dementia, and cognitive impairment that affected their ability to communicate and relate their feelings were excluded. A chi-squared test, the Mann-Whitney U test, and linear regression analysis were used for the analysis. The data were analysed at the 5% significance level. RESULTS A total of 100 (64.5%) psychiatric inpatients (mean age, 67.3 [SD, 14.5] years, 49% males, and 51% females) participated in this study. The means ± SDs for the decayed missing filled teeth (DMFT) index and GOHAI score were 20.6 ± 6 and 49.7 ± 7.9, respectively. The GOHAI score in the older age group (≥ 65 years) was significantly lower than that in the younger age group (< 65 years). The mean ODK scores were less than 3 times/s for all syllables. The percentage of the participants with suspected dysphagia was 45.0%. Tooth loss and suspected dysphagia were significantly associated with low GOHAI scores. The EAT-10 score was significantly correlated with the GOHAI score only after adjusting for age and sex (β = - 0.725, 95% CI - 0.97, - 0.64). CONCLUSIONS In hospitalized psychiatric patients, impaired oral health in the older subjects was more pronounced compared with that among general adults. Tooth loss and swallowing function were associated with OHRQoL. Therefore, oral care for the recovery of occlusal and swallowing functions may be needed to improve OHRQoL among psychiatric patients.
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- Satoru Haresaku
- Department of Nursing, Fukuoka Nursing College, 2-15-1 Tamura, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka, 814-0193, Japan.
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- Department of Nursing, Fukuoka Nursing College, 2-15-1 Tamura, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka, 814-0193, Japan
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- Department of Nursing, Fukuoka Nursing College, 2-15-1 Tamura, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka, 814-0193, Japan
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- Department of Dental Hygiene, Fukuoka College of Health Sciences, 2-15-1 Tamura, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka, 814-0193, Japan
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- Department of Nursing, Fukuoka Nursing College, 2-15-1 Tamura, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka, 814-0193, Japan
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- Department of Nursing, Fukuoka Nursing College, 2-15-1 Tamura, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka, 814-0193, Japan
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- Section of Geriatric Dentistry, Department of General Dentistry, Fukuoka Dental College, 2-15-1 Tamura, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka, 814-0193, Japan
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Schefold JC, Wollersheim T, Grunow JJ, Luedi MM, Z'Graggen WJ, Weber-Carstens S. Muscular weakness and muscle wasting in the critically ill. J Cachexia Sarcopenia Muscle 2020; 11:1399-1412. [PMID: 32893974 PMCID: PMC7749542 DOI: 10.1002/jcsm.12620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 67] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2020] [Revised: 08/10/2020] [Accepted: 08/23/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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- Joerg C Schefold
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Operative Intensive Care Medicine (CCM, CVK), Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health (BIH), Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Operative Intensive Care Medicine (CCM, CVK), Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health (BIH), Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Anaesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Inselspital, University Hospital Bern, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Inselspital, University Hospital Bern, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Operative Intensive Care Medicine (CCM, CVK), Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany.,Berlin Institute of Health (BIH), Berlin, Germany
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Dobak S, Kelly D. Tough Pill to Swallow: Postextubation Dysphagia and Nutrition Impact in the Intensive Care Unit. Nutr Clin Pract 2020; 36:80-87. [PMID: 33242222 DOI: 10.1002/ncp.10602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2020] [Accepted: 10/16/2020] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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More than 5 million patients are admitted to US intensive care units (ICUs) each year. Many of these patients have risk factors for dysphagia. Dysphagia must be promptly addressed and appropriately treated to avoid the deleterious impacts of aspiration and malnutrition. Therefore, clinicians must be aware of ways to identify and treat dysphagia. This review will highlight the risk factors, mechanisms, and impact of dysphagia in the ICU as well as provide screening, diagnostic, and management options.
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- Stephanie Dobak
- Department of Neurology, Jefferson Weinberg ALS Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Jefferson University Hospitals, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Fadeur M, Preiser JC, Verbrugge AM, Misset B, Rousseau AF. Oral Nutrition during and after Critical Illness: SPICES for Quality of Care! Nutrients 2020; 12:nu12113509. [PMID: 33202634 PMCID: PMC7696881 DOI: 10.3390/nu12113509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2020] [Revised: 11/11/2020] [Accepted: 11/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Malnutrition is associated to poor outcomes in critically ill patients. Oral nutrition is the route of feeding in less than half of the patients during the intensive care unit (ICU) stay and in the majority of ICU survivors. There are growing data indicating that insufficient and/or inadequate intakes in macronutrients and micronutrients are prevalent within these populations. The present narrative review focuses on barriers to food intakes and considers the different points that should be addressed in order to optimize oral intakes, both during and after ICU stay. They are gathered in the SPICES concept, which should help ICU teams improve the quality of nutrition care following 5 themes: swallowing disorders screening and management, patient global status overview, involvement of dieticians and nutritionists, clinical evaluation of nutritional intakes and outcomes, and finally, supplementation in macro-or micronutrients.
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- Marjorie Fadeur
- Department of Diabetes, Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases, University Hospital, University of Liège, Sart-Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium;
- Multidisciplinary Nutrition Team, University Hospital, University of Liège, Sart-Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium;
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- Erasme University Hospital, Medical Direction, Université Libre de Bruxelles, 1070 Brussels, Belgium;
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- Multidisciplinary Nutrition Team, University Hospital, University of Liège, Sart-Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium;
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- Department of Intensive Care and Burn Center, University Hospital, University of Liège, Sart-Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium;
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- Multidisciplinary Nutrition Team, University Hospital, University of Liège, Sart-Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium;
- Department of Intensive Care and Burn Center, University Hospital, University of Liège, Sart-Tilman, 4000 Liège, Belgium;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +32-4-3667495
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Namasivayam-MacDonald AM, Riquelme LF. Speech-Language Pathology Management for Adults With COVID-19 in the Acute Hospital Setting: Initial Recommendations to Guide Clinical Practice. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY 2020; 29:1850-1865. [PMID: 32692584 DOI: 10.1044/2020_ajslp-20-00096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Purpose This document outlines initial recommendations for speech-language pathology management of adult patients with COVID-19 in the acute hospital setting. Method The authors initially developed these recommendations by adapting those developed for physical therapists working with patients with COVID-19 by Thomas et al. (2020). The recommendations then underwent review by 14 speech-language pathologists and rehabilitation-focused academics representing seven countries (Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, the United States). The authors consolidated and reviewed the feedback in order to decide what should be included or modified. Applicability to a global audience was intended throughout the document. Results The authors had 100% agreement on the elements of the recommendations that needed to be changed/modified or added. The final document includes recommendations for speech-language pathology workforce planning and preparation, caseload management, service delivery and documentation, as well as recommendations for the selection of appropriate personal protective equipment and augmentative and alternative communication equipment in the acute care hospital setting. Conclusions Speech-language pathologists play a critical role in the assessment, management, and treatment of patients with COVID-19. Several important considerations need to be made in order to meet the needs of this unique patient population. As more is learned about the impact of the virus on swallowing and communication, the role of the speech-language pathologist on interdisciplinary care teams will remain paramount.
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- School of Health Sciences and Practice, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY
- Barrique Speech-Language Pathology, PC, Brooklyn, NY
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Langmore SE, Krisciunas GP, Warner H, White SD, Dvorkin D, Fink D, McNally E, Scheel R, Higgins C, Levitt JE, McKeehan J, Deane S, Siner JM, Vojnik R, Moss M. Abnormalities of Aspiration and Swallowing Function in Survivors of Acute Respiratory Failure. Dysphagia 2020; 36:831-841. [PMID: 33156398 DOI: 10.1007/s00455-020-10199-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2020] [Accepted: 10/19/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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The mechanisms responsible for aspiration are relatively unknown in patients recovering from acute respiratory failure (ARF) who required mechanical ventilation. Though many conditions may contribute to swallowing dysfunction, alterations in laryngeal structure and swallowing function likely play a role in the development of aspiration. At four university-based tertiary medical centers, we conducted a prospective cohort study of ARF patients who required intensive care and mechanical ventilation for at least 48 h. Within 72 h after extubation, a Fiberoptic Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) examination was performed. Univariate and multivariable analyses examined the relationship between laryngeal structure and swallowing function abnormalities. Aspiration was the primary outcome, defined as a Penetration- Aspiration Scale (PAS) score of 6 or greater. Two other salient signs of dysphagia-spillage and residue-were secondary outcomes. A total of 213 patients were included in the final analysis. Aspiration was detected in 70 patients (33%) on at least one bolus. The most commonly aspirated consistency was thin liquids (27%). In univariate analyses, several abnormalities in laryngeal anatomy and structural movement were significantly associated with aspiration, spillage, and residue. In a multivariable analysis, the only variables that remained significant with aspiration were pharyngeal weakness (Odds ratio = 2.57, 95%CI = 1.16-5.84, p = 0.019) and upper airway edema (Odds ratio = 3.24, 95%CI = 1.44-7.66, p = 0.004). These results demonstrated that dysphagia in ARF survivors is multifactorial and characterized by both anatomic and physiologic abnormalities. These findings may have important implications for the development of novel interventions to treat dysphagia in ARF survivors.Clinical Trials Registration ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT02363686, Aspiration in Acute Respiratory Failure Survivors.
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- Susan E Langmore
- Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA. .,Department of Otolaryngology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA.
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- Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA.,Department of Otolaryngology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Section of Otolaryngology, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA.,Department of Communication Disorders, Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Rehabilitation Therapy Services, University of Colorado Hospital, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine, University of Colorado Denver, Aurora, CO, USA.,The Bioinformatics CRO, Inc, Denver, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology, University of Colorado Denver, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA.,Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Boston University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of Speech Language Pathology, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine, University of Colorado Denver, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine, University of Colorado Denver, Aurora, CO, USA
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- Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine, University of Colorado Denver, Aurora, CO, USA
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Carretero Gómez J, Mafé Nogueroles MC, Garrachón Vallo F, Escudero Álvarez E, Maciá Botejara E, Miramontes González JP. [Inflammation, malnutrition, and SARS-CoV-2 infection: a disastrous combination]. Rev Clin Esp 2020; 220:511-517. [PMID: 38620641 PMCID: PMC7444903 DOI: 10.1016/j.rce.2020.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2020] [Accepted: 07/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with a high risk of malnutrition, mainly due to increased nutritional requirements and the presence of a severe and universal inflammatory state. Associated symptoms contribute to hyporexia, which perpetuates the negative nutritional balance. Furthermore, dysphagia, especially post-intubation, worsens and makes intake unsafe. This risk is greater in elderly and multimorbid patients. Inflammation to varying degrees is the common link between COVID-19 and the onset of malnutrition, and it is more correct to refer to disease-related malnutrition (DRM). DRM worsens the poor prognosis of SARS-CoV-2 infection, especially in the most severe cases. Therefore, it is necessary to identify and treat people at risk early, avoiding overexposure and direct contact with the patient. We cannot forget the role that a healthy diet plays in both prevention and recovery after discharge.
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- J Carretero Gómez
- Servicio de Medicina Interna. Hospital Comarcal de Zafra, Badajoz, España
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- Servicio de Medicina Interna. Hospital de Atención a Pacientes Crónicos y de Larga Estancia La Pedrera, Denia, Alicante, España
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- Servicio de Medicina Interna. Unidad de Medicina Perioperatoria. Equipo de Soporte Nutricional. Hospital Universitario Virgen Macarena, Sevilla, España
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- Servicio de Medicina Interna. Hospital Universitario Infanta Sofía, San Sebastián de los Reyes, Madrid, España
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- Servicio de Medicina Interna. Hospital Universitario de Badajoz, Badajoz, España
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- Servicio de Medicina Interna. Hospital Universitario Río Hortega, Valladolid, España
- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Salamanca (IBSAL), Salamanca, España
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