Abstract
Results are presented for repeated videofluoroscopic and scintigraphic examinations of a supraglottic laryngectomy patient, illustrating the successful use and later changes in a compensatory swallow. Issues in patient management are outlined, stressing the importance of interaction between radiologists and dysphagia therapists in the rehabilitation of such patients.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / surgery
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Cineradiography
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Deglutition / physiology*
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Deglutition Disorders / etiology
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Deglutition Disorders / rehabilitation*
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Humans
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Laryngeal Neoplasms / surgery
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Laryngectomy / rehabilitation*
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Postoperative Complications / etiology
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Postoperative Complications / rehabilitation