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Naeem F, Reid J, Bailey M, Reid A, Smyth C, Taylor‐Rowan M, Newman EJ, Quinn T. Pharmacological Interventions for Sialorrhoea in People with Parkinson's Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Mov Disord Clin Pract 2023; 10:558-568. [PMID: 37070045 PMCID: PMC10105093 DOI: 10.1002/mdc3.13688] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2022] [Revised: 11/18/2022] [Accepted: 12/21/2022] [Indexed: 02/11/2023] Open
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Background/objectives Sialorrhoea is a common non motor complication experienced by people with Parkinson's disease (PD). Despite its prevalence there is conflicting evidence on how to effectively treat it. Our aim was to establish the efficacy and safety outcomes of pharmacological interventions used to treat sialorrhoea in people with idiopathic PD. Methods We registered and conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis (PROSPERO: CRD42016042470). We searched seven electronic databases from inception until July 2022. Quantitative synthesis was performed where data allowed using random effects models. Results From 1374 records we included 13 studies (n = 405 participants). Studies were conducted in Europe, North America and China. There was marked heterogeneity in the interventions used, follow up times and outcome measures investigated. The main source of risk of bias identified was reporting bias. Five studies were included in the quantitative synthesis. Summary estimates showed administration of botulinum toxin significantly reduced saliva production, improved patient reported functional outcomes and was associated with an increase in adverse events. Conclusion Sialorrhoea in PD is an important condition, but current data does not allow for strong recommendations on optimal pharmacological treatments. There is significant heterogeneity in outcomes measures used to evaluate the burden of sialorrhoea with lack of consensus on what constitutes clinically meaningful change. More research is required to better understand the underlying mechanism and potential treatments of sialorrhoea in idiopathic PD.
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- Fariha Naeem
- Department of Geriatric MedicineGlasgow Royal InfirmaryGlasgowUK
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- Department of Geriatric MedicineQueen Elizabeth University HospitalGlasgowUK
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- Department of Geriatric MedicineHairmyres HospitalEast KilbrideUK
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- Department of Geriatric MedicineUniversity Hospital MonklandsAirdrieUK
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- Department of Geriatric MedicineQueen Elizabeth University HospitalGlasgowUK
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- Department of Geriatric MedicineGlasgow Royal InfirmaryGlasgowUK
- School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic HealthUniversity of GlasgowGlasgowUK
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Steenbakkers R, van Doornik S, Vissink A, Kerdijk W, van Laar T. Radiation of parotid or submandibular glands is effective for drooling in patients with parkinsonism; a randomised double-blind placebo-controlled trial. Clin Park Relat Disord 2022; 6:100138. [PMID: 35243319 PMCID: PMC8861815 DOI: 10.1016/j.prdoa.2022.100138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2021] [Revised: 12/29/2021] [Accepted: 02/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Background Drooling is a common symptom in patients with parkinsonism, causing physical and emotional distress. It is unknown which major salivary glands are the best candidates for irradiation to reduce drooling with minimal adverse events. Therefore, this study assessed the efficacy and safety of submandibular and parotid salivary gland irradiation to reduce drooling. Methods A prospective, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial was conducted at the University Medical Center Groningen, the Netherlands. After informed consent, 31 patients with parkinsonism and severe drooling according to the Unified Parkinson Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS) were included in this study. Exclusion criteria consisted of the use of anticholinergic drugs, the existence of salivary gland diseases, and/or an history of (pre)malignancies of the salivary glands. Patients were randomized for parotid-, submandibular- or sham irradiation (2x6 Gy with one week interval). Patients were evaluated at 1, 3, 6 and 12 months after radiation. Primary outcome measure was drooling severity according to the UPDRS. Secondary outcomes measures consisted of stimulated glandular salivary secretion rates and adverse effects. Findings Overall 31 parkinsonian patients were included. Initially 11 patients were radiated on the parotid glands, 10 patients on the submandibular glands and 10 patients were sham-radiated. After 6 months, the sham-radiated patients were actively treated after a second randomisation. One patient in the parotid radiation group discontinued his participation after three months due to physical deterioration. Radiation of parotid or submandibular glands significantly improved the existing drooling, as compared to placebo radiation. Parotid- and submandibular radiation was equally effective, but more patients in the submandibular radiated group reported sticky saliva vs. patients treated by parotid radiation (33∙33% vs. 13∙33%). Interpretation Major salivary gland radiation significantly improves drooling in parkinsonian patients with few adverse effects. However, parotid gland radiation is accompanied by fewer side effects and therefore is the preferred mode of radiation in this patient population.
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- R.J.H.M. Steenbakkers
- Department of Radiotherapy, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, the Netherlands
- Corresponding author.
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- Department of Dental Medicine, University of Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Dental Medicine, University of Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Neurology, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Hanzeplein 1, 9700 RB Groningen, the Netherlands
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Pilipovich A, Vorob’eva O. Upper gastrointestinal tract dysfunction and its correction by dopamine agonists for patients with Parkinson’s disease of I—III stage. Zh Nevrol Psikhiatr Im S S Korsakova 2022; 122:86-93. [DOI: 10.17116/jnevro202212211186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Arboleda-Montealegre GY, Cano-de-la-Cuerda R, Fernández-de-las-Peñas C, Sanchez-Camarero C, Ortega-Santiago R. Drooling, Swallowing Difficulties and Health Related Quality of Life in Parkinson's Disease Patients. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18158138. [PMID: 34360429 PMCID: PMC8345955 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18158138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2021] [Revised: 07/23/2021] [Accepted: 07/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Background: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is the most common neurodegenerative disorder associated with motor and nonmotor symptoms. Drooling, one of the nonmotor symptoms, can be present in 70–80% of patients with PD. The aim of this paper is to study the characteristics of PD patients with drooling compared to those without in terms of age, gender, disease duration, stage of the disease, swallowing difficulties, and health-related quality of life; methods: a cross-sectional study was conducted. The sample was divided into two groups: PD with drooling (n = 32) and PD without drooling (n = 30). Age, gender, disease duration and Hoehn & Yahr (H & Y) stage, Sialorrhea Clinical Scale for Parkinson’s Disease (SCS-PD), the 10-item Eating Assessment Tool (EAT-10), and the 39-item Parkinson’s Disease Questionnaire (PDQ-39) were compared between groups; Results: 62 individuals with PD, 40 men and 22 women (mean age 73 ± 8 years), were included. Overall, 32 patients reported drooling, and 30 did not exhibit it. The ANCOVA found significant differences between groups for the EAT-10 score (0.83, 95% CI = 5.62–9.03; p = 0.016) and SCS-PD score (1.48, 95% CI = 0.86–6.81; p < 0.001). Analysis of the PDQ-39 scores revealed no significant differences between groups for the PDQ-39 total score (p > 0.057) and in all subscales. The inclusion of gender, age, disease duration, and H & Y as covariates did not influence the results (all p > 0.05). Conclusions: drooling is related to swallowing difficulties assessed with EAT-10 but not with health-related quality of life assessed with PDQ-39 in PD patients with drooling compared to PD patients without it. Age, gender, duration of the disease, and the H & Y state of PD patients with and without drooling seem to be similar.
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain; (C.F.-d.-l.-P.); (C.S.-C.); (R.O.-S.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-914-888-674
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain; (C.F.-d.-l.-P.); (C.S.-C.); (R.O.-S.)
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain; (C.F.-d.-l.-P.); (C.S.-C.); (R.O.-S.)
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain; (C.F.-d.-l.-P.); (C.S.-C.); (R.O.-S.)
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Jost WH. An update on the recognition and treatment of autonomic symptoms in Parkinson’s disease. Expert Rev Neurother 2017. [DOI: 10.1080/14737175.2017.1345307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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- Wolfgang H. Jost
- Parkinson-Klinik Ortenau, Wolfach, Germany
- Depatment of Neurology, University of Freiburg, Freiburg/Breisgau, Germany
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Jost WH. The option of sonographic guidance in Botulinum toxin injection for drooling in Parkinson's disease. J Neural Transm (Vienna) 2015; 123:51-5. [PMID: 26138438 DOI: 10.1007/s00702-015-1416-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2015] [Accepted: 06/15/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Parkinson's disease is a syndrome that frequently includes drooling, i.e., the involuntary spillage of saliva over the lip margin. Such drooling places a severe burden on both the health and the quality of life of Parkinsonian patients. Its origin lies in the impairment of oral motor control and swallowing associated with Parkinson's disease. It can be treated surgically or conservatively by reducing the production of saliva in the salivary glands, to which the parotid and submandibular glands make the greatest contribution. Botulinum neurotoxins A and B, administered to these glands, are in increasing use as treatment for drooling from various causes including Parkinson's disease. Wide knowledge was gathered about preferred drugs, dosages, injection sites and injection-guiding techniques, albeit without providing evidence-based guidance or a clear rationale for the mode of action of the medication or any information about further influential or predictive factors for safety and efficacy. However, it is essential that the relevant glands be targeted accurately; although this can be done by using anatomical landmarks, the use of sonographic guidance seems preferable. In the hands of a trained injector, sonography is a quick and non-invasive imaging technique.
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- Wolfgang H Jost
- Department of Neurology, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany. .,Parkinson-Klinik Wolfach, Kreuzbergstr. 12-24, 77709, Wolfach, Germany.
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Şen A, Arpaci B. Effects of Repeated Botulinum Toxin Treatment for Sialorrhea in Patients with Parkinson's Disease. Noro Psikiyatr Ars 2015; 52:69-72. [PMID: 28360679 DOI: 10.5152/npa.2015.7477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2013] [Accepted: 02/01/2014] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION To evaluate the efficacy and adverse effects of repeated onabotulinumtoxinA (BoNT-A) treatment in patients suffering from Parkinson's disease (PD) with sialorrhea. METHODS A retrospective analysis of 16 patients with sialorrhea treated with BoNT-A at our movement disorders outpatient clinic was conducted from February 2009 to September 2013. A patient with adult cerebral palsy and a patient with PD who received only a single application were excluded. BoNT-A was injected into the parotid glands without ultrasound guidance. Pre-treatment sialorrhea severity was quantified according to the Drooling Frequency and Severity Scale (DFSS). The efficacy was evaluated four weeks after BoNT-A injections using DFSS and according to the subjective assessment of the patients and/or caregivers. RESULTS The mean age of the patients was 70.00±9.82 years and the mean follow-up duration was 18.78±10.37 months. Totally, 37 applications were performed. The mean BoNT-A total dose was 34.35±6.41 units. The mean scores of DFSS before and after injections were 7.00±1.03 and 3.21±0.89, respectively (p<0.001). Efficacy was 100%, and the mean experienced sialorrhea improvement was 71.78±12.95%. We found a significant difference between the first and last application in the mean duration of efficacy (17.28±9.21 weeks and 18.03±9.02 weeks, respectively, p=0.001). We did not observe side effects in this study group. CONCLUSION Repeated injections of BoNT-A are safe and effective in treating sialorrhea in patients with PD. Based on our results, it seems that there is a maintenance of efficacy after a three-year period and an increase in the mean duration of efficacy with the number of injections. Further prospective clinical studies with larger number of patients and more longer duration of follow-up are needed to confirm our results.
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- Aysu Şen
- Department of Neurology, Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Neurological Disorders Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Neurology, Bakırköy Prof. Dr. Mazhar Osman Neurological Disorders Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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Møller E, Daugaard D, Holm O, Winge K, Bardow A, Lykkeaa J, Belhage B, Bakke M. Repeated treatments of drooling with botulinum toxin B in neurology. Acta Neurol Scand 2015; 131:51-7. [PMID: 25270197 DOI: 10.1111/ane.12309] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/27/2014] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate efficacy, saliva flow, and composition in repeated BoNT-B treatments of drooling. MATERIALS AND METHODS Seventeen neurological patients (median 66 years), referred for treatment of drooling participated in this observational study. Median total doses of 4000 units botulinum toxin type B (BoNT-B, Neurobloc(®)) were injected with at least 3 months intervals into parotid and submandibular glands using ultrasound guidance. Measures of drooling and saliva collection for analysis were obtained before treatment, and 6, 12, and eventually 18 weeks after. RESULTS Number of treatment series in each patient was 1-7. Compared to baseline, saliva flow rate and drooling were reduced 30-70% 6 weeks after treatment in the first series, while sodium, chloride, and total protein increased 20-80% (t-tests; P < 0.05). After 12 weeks, drooling was still significantly reduced, saliva flow tended to be, and saliva composition was back to baseline. Frequent side effects were viscous saliva and dry mouth. Due to fading effect in eight patients, individual decisions were taken to change from BoNT-B to BoNT-A. Similarly, the outcome was significantly reduced over time in six patients completing five subsequent BoNT-B treatment series (ANOVA; P < 0.05). CONCLUSION In the first series, BoNT-B treatment resulted in marked reduction of drooling and saliva flow rate with some relapse after 12 weeks. The viscous saliva was ascribed to increased total protein content and compensatory mechanisms related to ß-adrenergic receptor-specific actions. With patients needing long-term treatment, it should be noted that the efficacy of repeated BoNT-B may fade with time.
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- E. Møller
- Department of Neurology; Bispebjerg Hospital; Copenhagen University Hospital; Copenhagen Denmark
- Department of Odontology; Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences; University of Copenhagen; Copenhagen Denmark
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- Department of Neurology; Bispebjerg Hospital; Copenhagen University Hospital; Copenhagen Denmark
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- Department of Radiology; Bispebjerg Hospital; Copenhagen University Hospital; Copenhagen Denmark
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- Department of Neurology; Bispebjerg Hospital; Copenhagen University Hospital; Copenhagen Denmark
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- Department of Odontology; Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences; University of Copenhagen; Copenhagen Denmark
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- Department of Odontology; Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences; University of Copenhagen; Copenhagen Denmark
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- Department of Anaestesiology; Bispebjerg Hospital; Copenhagen University Hospital; Copenhagen Denmark
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- Department of Odontology; Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences; University of Copenhagen; Copenhagen Denmark
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[Applications of botulinum toxin in Neurology]. Med Clin (Barc) 2013; 141:33-6. [PMID: 23434466 DOI: 10.1016/j.medcli.2012.12.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2012] [Revised: 12/16/2012] [Accepted: 12/20/2012] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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At present, botulinum toxin (BT) is one of the most fundamental available drugs in Neurology, only comparable with levodopa. BT is currently used in those entities characterized by excessive muscle contraction, including dystonia and spasticity. In addition, BT has been used to control pain associated with increased muscle contraction in dystonia and spasticity, but also is useful to control chronic pain not associated with muscle contraction, such as chronic daily headache. Finally, BT is useful in sialorrhoea and bruxism. The mechanism of action is complex, mainly acting on terminal neuromuscular junction, but also exhibiting analgesic properties, probably through inhibition of pain neurotransmitters release.
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Evangelos A, Michael R, Theodoros A, Vasiliki Z, Thomas Z, Ioannis E. Volume matters: The influence of different botulinum toxin-A dilutions for sialorrhea in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Muscle Nerve 2012; 47:276-8. [DOI: 10.1002/mus.23692] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/01/2012] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Breheret R, Bizon A, Jeufroy C, Laccourreye L. Ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for treatment of drooling. Eur Ann Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Dis 2011; 128:224-9. [PMID: 21600865 DOI: 10.1016/j.anorl.2010.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2010] [Revised: 12/13/2010] [Accepted: 12/19/2010] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the efficacy of treatment of drooling by ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injection of the salivary glands and to determine the optimal modalities of this procedure. PATIENTS AND METHODS This study is a retrospective review of patients treated for drooling by injection of 100 units of Botox(®) into the parotid and submaxillary glands between 2002 and 2008. Efficacy was evaluated by a quality of life questionnaire six weeks after the injections. RESULTS One hundred and eleven injection sessions were performed in 70 patients aged one to 84 years with a beneficial effect in 66% of cases. The most effective protocol was injection of 20 units of botulinum toxin into each submaxillary gland and 30 units of toxin into each parotid gland. CONCLUSION The treatment of drooling by Botox(®) injections into salivary glands is effective. The authors propose ultrasound-guided injection of both submaxillary glands and both parotid glands. These injections can be repeated in the case of recurrence of drooling.
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- Service d'oto-rhino-laryngologie et de chirurgie cervicofaciale, CHU d'Angers, 20, rue de Savoie, 49100 Angers, France.
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Møller E, Karlsborg M, Bardow A, Lykkeaa J, Nissen FH, Bakke M. Treatment of severe drooling with botulinum toxin in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and Parkinson's disease: efficacy and possible mechanisms. Acta Odontol Scand 2011; 69:151-7. [PMID: 21198339 DOI: 10.3109/00016357.2010.545035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Drooling in neurodegenerative diseases is associated with social impediment. Previous treatments of drooling have little effect or are effective but with severe side effects. Therefore, there is a need to test new methods such as the use of botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A). MATERIAL AND METHODS This open, prospective study deals with treatment of drooling in 12 patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and three with Parkinson's disease. Injections of BTX-A (Botox) were given into the parotid (25-40 units) and submandibular (15-30 units) glands with ultrasonographic guidance. After BTX-A treatment, the patients were followed for 2 months with evaluations every second week by means of self-assessed rating scales for drooling intensity, discomfort and treatment effect, and determination of unstimulated whole saliva (UWS) flow rate, and inorganic and organic UWS composition. The treatment was repeated up to four times, but seven patients dropped out shortly after the first treatment due to marked worsening of their disease-related condition. RESULTS Drooling and flow were reduced (P < 0.05) 2 weeks after treatment, without side-effects. The maximal reductions during the observation period were 40% for drooling and 30% for flow. There was a systematic variation in flow during the observation period, with an initial decrease and then an increase followed by a second decrease. Amylase activity and total protein concentration generally increased with decreasing flow (P ≤ 0.03). CONCLUSION Inhibition of acetylcholine release from postganglionic parasympathetic nerve endings by injection of BTX-A into salivary glands seemed useful for secondary sialorrhoea, although cyclic variations in flow may occur, possibly due to transitory sprouting and regeneration.
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- Departments of Neurology and Radiology, Bispebjerg Hospital, Copenhagen University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Reddihough D, Erasmus CE, Johnson H, McKellar GMW, Jongerius PH. Botulinum toxin assessment, intervention and aftercare for paediatric and adult drooling: international consensus statement. Eur J Neurol 2011; 17 Suppl 2:109-21. [PMID: 20633182 DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-1331.2010.03131.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 73] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Many individuals with neurological problems or anatomical abnormalities of the jaw, lips or oral cavity may drool, which can impact on health and quality of life. A thorough evaluation of the patient's history, examination of the oral region by a speech pathologist and, in individuals over 3 years, a dental examination is warranted. Questionnaires with established validity such as the Drooling Impact Scale are useful assessment tools. A hierarchical approach to treatment is taken from least invasive therapies, such as speech pathology, to more invasive, such as injection of botulinum neurotoxin type-A (BoNT-A) into the salivary glands (parotid and submandibular). The wishes of the individual and their carer are crucial considerations in determining the suitability of the intervention for the patient. In the presence of dysphagia and cerebral palsy (CP), careful assessment is required prior to the injection of BoNT-A. Favourable responses to intervention include a reduction in the secretion of saliva and in drooling, as well as psychosocial improvements. BoNT-A is usually well tolerated, although potential side effects should be discussed with the patient and carer.
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- Developmental Medicine, Royal Children's Hospital, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.
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Miller RG, Jackson CE, Kasarskis EJ, England JD, Forshew D, Johnston W, Kalra S, Katz JS, Mitsumoto H, Rosenfeld J, Shoesmith C, Strong MJ, Woolley SC. Practice parameter update: the care of the patient with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: multidisciplinary care, symptom management, and cognitive/behavioral impairment (an evidence-based review): report of the Quality Standards Subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology. Neurology 2009; 73:1227-33. [PMID: 19822873 DOI: 10.1212/wnl.0b013e3181bc01a4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 413] [Impact Index Per Article: 27.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To systematically review evidence bearing on the management of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). METHODS The authors analyzed studies from 1998 to 2007 to update the 1999 practice parameter. Topics covered in this section include breaking the news, multidisciplinary clinics, symptom management, cognitive and behavioral impairment, communication, and palliative care for patients with ALS. RESULTS The authors identified 2 Class I studies, 8 Class II studies, and 30 Class III studies in ALS, but many important areas have been little studied. More high-quality, controlled studies of symptomatic therapies and palliative care are needed to guide management and assess outcomes in patients with ALS. RECOMMENDATIONS Multidisciplinary clinic referral should be considered for managing patients with ALS to optimize health care delivery and prolong survival (Level B) and may be considered to enhance quality of life (Level C). For the treatment of refractory sialorrhea, botulinum toxin B should be considered (Level B) and low-dose radiation therapy to the salivary glands may be considered (Level C). For treatment of pseudobulbar affect, dextromethorphan and quinidine should be considered if approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (Level B). For patients who develop fatigue while taking riluzole, withholding the drug may be considered (Level C). Because many patients with ALS demonstrate cognitive impairment, which in some cases meets criteria for dementia, screening for cognitive and behavioral impairment should be considered in patients with ALS (Level B). Other management strategies all lack strong evidence.
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- Department of Neurology, California Pacific Medical Center, San Francisco, California, USA
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Jankovic J. Disease-oriented approach to botulinum toxin use. Toxicon 2009; 54:614-23. [DOI: 10.1016/j.toxicon.2008.11.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2008] [Accepted: 11/28/2008] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Nóbrega AC, Rodrigues B, Melo A. Does botulinum toxin injection in parotid glands interfere with the swallowing dynamics of Parkinson's disease patients? Clin Neurol Neurosurg 2009; 111:430-2. [DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2008.12.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2008] [Revised: 12/11/2008] [Accepted: 12/19/2008] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Dougall A, Fiske J. Access to special care dentistry, part 9. Special care dentistry services for older people. Br Dent J 2009; 205:421-34. [PMID: 18953303 DOI: 10.1038/sj.bdj.2008.891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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This article looks at three common neurological conditions associated with later years: stroke, Parkinson's disease and dementia. All of them impact on oral health, access to dental services and delivery of dental care, and treatment goals need to be adapted to take into account patients' changing needs, medical status, pattern of recovery or the stage of dementia that they have reached. The article concludes by considering the topic of elder abuse. The dental team may have a role both in identifying abuse and ensuring appropriate action is taken.
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- Division One/Special Care Dentistry, Dublin Dental School and Hospital, Lincoln Place, Dublin 2, Ireland
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