41. Dysphagia Institute - Medical College Of WI Milwaukee, WI 53226 (414) 4568296. dysphagia Institute. There are many possiblecauses of dysphagia and therefore the symptoms may vary widely. http://www.mcw.edu/gastro/dysphagia_institute.html

Medical College of Wisconsin 8701 Watertown Plank Rd. Milwaukee, WI 53226 Dysphagia Institute Manometry Laboratory MCW Dysphagia Institute Focuses on Swallowing Disorders Dysphagia , or difficulty in swallowing, affects approximately one out of every 17 people. There are many possible causes of dysphagia and therefore the symptoms may vary widely. One individual may have mild throat discomfort when swallowing, while another may be unable to eat any solid foods comfortably. Dysphagia often signals a serious medical problem. If one has persistent difficulty in swallowing, it's very important that a diagnosis be made early. In cases where dysphagia is a warning sign of an illness, early diagnosis offers the best chance of successful treatment. MCW Dysphagia Institute: A Leading Midwest Center The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) Dysphagia Institute at Froedtert Hospital is a multi-disciplinary team committed to the diagnosis, research and treatment of patients with swallowing disorders. The Institute and its faculty have achieved international recognition for their basic and clinical research in swallowing disorders conducted over the last 20 years. The Institute's comprehensive and sophisticated facilities are unique in the Midwest and are available to help patients with swallowing difficulties. Today, the Institute encompasses a clinical division for evaluating patients, and a research division, which has been continuously supported by grant funds from the National Institutes of Health and other federal funding agencies.

42. Dysphagia dysphagia Frequently Asked Questions. What Causes dysphagia? Some other commoncauses of dysphagia are Scar tissue or narrowing in the esophagus; http://www.mcw.edu/gastro/dysphagia.html

Medical College of Wisconsin 8701 Watertown Plank Rd. Milwaukee, WI 53226 Dysphagia Frequently Asked Questions What Causes Dysphagia? The causes of swallowing problems (dysph agia) vary widely. For instance, lack of coordination of the esophageal muscular contractions can make swallowing difficult or impossible. Swallowing can also be uncomfortable for a person with chronic heartburn, where the esophagus is damaged by excessive reflux of acid-containing stomach contents. Other serious medical causes of dysphagia include tumors and central nervous system disorders, such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease. Some other common causes of dysphagia are: Scar tissue or narrowing in the esophagus Pouches (diverticula) that protrude through the lining of the throat and esophagus Disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system Radiation or operative injury Drug-induced injury Infections How Do I Know if I Have a Swallowing Disorder? For some people, symptoms of dysphagia are relatively mild. Perhaps it takes longer to eat or swallow, or there is have difficulty getting the food down without drinking large quantities of liquids. In other cases, symptoms have become so severe that the person has difficulty ingesting even liquids. Most people with dysphagia experience one or more of the following symptoms: Swallow hesitation or inability to swallow Food sticking in the throat Swallowed food backs up into nose Chest discomfort when swallowing Choking with swallowing Frequent, repetitive swallowing

43. Swallowing Problems (Dysphagia) dysphagia may cause dehydration, weight loss, airway obstruction and aspirationpneumonia. Swallowing Problems (dysphagia). How We Swallow. http://www.entcolumbia.org/dysphag.htm

Swallowing Problems (Dysphagia) How We Swallow The process of swallowing occurs in four stages: Oral preparation phase, in which food or liquid (the bolus) is chewed or manipulated in preparation for swallowing. Oral propulsive phase, in which the tongue pushes the food or liquid to the back of the mouth, beginning the swallowing response. Pharyngeal phase, in which food or liquid quickly passes through the pharynx (the canal from the mouth to the esophagus) into the esophagus Esophageal phase, in which the food or liquid moves through the esophagus into the stomach. What Causes Swallowing Problems? Interruptions in this process can cause difficulty in swallowing, or dysphagia. A number of conditions may cause dysphagia, including mechanical obstruction (such as by a tumor or stricture), a motility disorder, impairment of the upper or lower esophageal sphincter, and others. Dysphagia is common among all age groups, but is especially common among the elderly. Swallowing problems may arise from simple causes such as poor teeth, ill fitting dentures, or a common cold. One of the most common causes of dysphagia is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which occurs when stomach acid moves up the esophagus to the pharynx, causing discomfort. Other causes may include stroke or progressive neurological disorders, which may impair sensitivity, muscular coordination, or render individuals unable to control or move the tongue. The presence of a tracheostomy tube, vocal cord paralysis, tumors in the mouth, throat, esophagus, or surgery in the head, neck, or esophageal areas may also contribute to swallowing impairments.

44. Ensure.com Nutrition For Special Health Concerns - Swallowing Difficulty / Dysph Dealing With Swallowing Difficulty or dysphagia. If be. dysphagia caninterfere with the pleasures of eating and mealtime socializing. http://www.ensure.com/SpecialHealthConcerns/Swallowing.asp

Dealing With Swallowing Difficulty or Dysphagia Here are some ways to help you deal with swallowing difficulties so that mealtime becomes more satisfying. Just remember that your health care team is the best place to get recommendations that are just right for you. The main goal of your treatment is to help you eat and drink enough to stay well nourished and well hydrated. The type of treatment your health care team recommends depends on the cause and the type of dysphagia you have. That's why it is important to get their advice and guidance. Positioning, Posture and Exercises Special Food Textures and Consistencies Helpful Tips Home ... Site Map

45. HealthlinkUSA Dysphagia Links integral part of the treatment process. FindWhat. Click here for page1 of dysphagia information from the HealthlinkUSA directory. http://www.healthlinkusa.com/97ent.htm

46. Dysphagia dysphagia. Sender ownernewjour@ccat.sas.upenn.edu. dysphagia has been organizedin collaboration with leading medical specialists is this field. http://gort.ucsd.edu/newjour/d/msg02280.html

NewJour Home NewJour: D Search [Prev] [Subject Next] Dysphagia Sender : owner-newjour@ccat.sas.upenn.edu Subject: Dysphagia To: nj@ccat.sas.upenn.edu (NewJour) Date: Wed, 30 Jul 1997 16:02:14 -0400 (EDT) Dysphagia http://link.springer.de/link/service/journals/00455/index.htm NewJour Home NewJour: D Search ... [Prev] [Subject Next]

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48. Dysphagia Swallowing Problems dysphagia Swallowing Problems You are the 13,681st person to access thispage. What is dysphagia? dysphagia refers to swallowing disorders. http://webpages.marshall.edu/~neighba1/dysphagia.htmlx

Dysphagia: Swallowing Problems You are the 15,037th person to access this page. Table of Contents What is Dysphagia? Where does Swallowing Occur? What is the Swallowing Process? What are the Symptoms of Dysphagia? ... Glossary of Terms What is Dysphagia? Dysphagia refers to swallowing disorders. This means a person has difficulty passing food or liquid from the mouth to the stomach. In some cases the food does not reach the stomach. Swallowing disorders can lead to many serious problems such as malnutrition, aspiration pneumonia, dehydration, and obstruction of the airway. The major concern of dysphagia is that the swallowing disorder will or is preventing the food from getting to the stomach and beyond. It is very important for a person suffering from dysphagia to still get the necessary nutrition. Dysphagia is common in all ages but is most prevalent in the elderly. More than 10% of all patients admitted to a general hospital had swallowing disorders. In acute care hospital, almost 30% of patients recovering from stroke had dysphagia (Hutchins). Dysphagia can be life threatening if improperly swallowed food blocks the airway. Table of Contents Where does Swallowing Occur?

49. Diagnosis And Treatment Of Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia) In Acute-Care Stroke The summary of Evidence Report/Technology Assessment Number 8 Diagnosis and Treatmentof Swallowing Disorders (dysphagia) in AcuteCare Stroke Patients has http://www.ahcpr.gov/clinic/dysphsum.htm

The summary of Evidence Report/Technology Assessment: Number 8: Diagnosis and Treatment of Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia) in Acute-Care Stroke Patients has been moved. It is now at: http://www.ahrq.gov/clinic/epcsums/dysphsum.htm Please update your bookmarks. AHRQ Home Page

50. Diagnosis And Treatment Of Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia) In Acute-Care Stroke Diagnosis and Treatment of Swallowing Disorders (dysphagia) in AcuteCare StrokePatients. Information on the incidence and prevalence of dysphagia is scarce. http://www.ahcpr.gov/clinic/epcsums/dysphsum.htm

Evidence Report/Technology Assessment: Number 8 Diagnosis and Treatment of Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia) in Acute-Care Stroke Patients Summary Under its Evidence-based Practice Program , the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research (AHCPR) is developing scientific information for other agencies and organizations on which to base clinical guidelines, performance measures, and other quality improvement tools. Contractor institutions review all relevant scientific literature on assigned clinical care topics and produce evidence reports and technology assessments, conduct research on methodologies and the effectiveness of their implementation, and participate in technical assistance activities. Overview Reporting the Evidence Methodology Findings ... Availability of Full Report Overview This study was conducted by ECRI investigators to evaluate methods for diagnosing and treating swallowing disorders (dysphagia) in older Americans. The study had two primary goals: first, to examine the efficacy and clinical value of methods for diagnosing and treating swallowing disorders in older Americans with neurologic disorders; and second, to suggest important directions for future dysphagia research. For the first goal, ECRI investigators concentrated on the broad area of speech-language pathology and, more specifically, on the diagnostic and treatment methodologies associated with the services provided by speech-language pathologists, focusing on oropharyngeal dysphagia and not esophageal dysphagia.

51. The DRM WebWatcher: Dysphagia dysphagia (difficulty in swallowing) can result from a wide varietyof disorders. For information about dysphagia, check these sites. http://www.disabilityresources.org/DYSPHAGIA.html

Home WebWatcher Regional Librarians ... Contact Us The DRM WebWatcher Dysphagia Updated 1/4/99 A B C D ... About/Hint/Link Dysphagia (difficulty in swallowing) can result from a wide variety of disorders . For information about dysphagia, check these sites. Dysphagia A list of discussion groups from Judith Kuster's guide to resources about communication disorders. Dysphagia Research Society Information about this professional society, and related links. Dysphagia Resource Center This guide to Internet resources about swallowing and swallowing disorders includes vendors, mailing lists, case studies, conferences, diseases, organizations, tutorials, articles, research and more. Dysphagia (Swallowing Problems) An overview from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Swallowing Disorders A copy of a fact sheet from the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. Related subjects: Communication Disorders Digestive Disorders specific disorders (c) 1997-2000 Disability Resources, inc.

52. Treatments And Procedures - Dysphagia dysphagia Unwillingness or The most common endocrinopathy associatedwith anorexia and dysphagia is hyperthyroidism. The author http://www.vetdentistry.com/dysphagia.html

Treatments and Procedures Anesthesia Periodontal Disease Extractions Endodontics ... The Feline Oral Cavity Dysphagia Unwillingness or inability to eat is a common complaint heard by a veterinary dentist. Now that veterinary dentistry is being recognized as a separate discipline, many animals are sent to veterinary dentists suspecting that the animals' problems are "dental" in nature. While the list of problems causing anorexia is almost endless the most common nondental "dental" problems include myopathy, neurorpathy, sialadenopathy, endocrinopathy and neoplasia. Frequently animals are presented with the assumption that the animal has "sore teeth," because the animal has recently had its teeth cleaned and has not responded. Myopathies include masticatory myositis. This may be spontaneous or the result of overextension of the masticatory muscles. Animals present with moderate to severe pain when opening their mouths. While the definitive cause is not clearly understood, spontaneous bouts of masticatory myositis can be confirmed with the 2M antibody titers. The prognosis is usually good provided aggressive threapy is started and the animal has a reasonable range of motion. Attempts to force the fibrosed mouth open are discouraged and salvage surgical intervention may be the animal's only hope. The most common endocrinopathy associated with anorexia and dysphagia is hyperthyroidism. The author has seen countless cats present with hyperthyroidism, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and dysphagia. For whatever reason, the cats appear to be hungry but shun food. Successful control of their primary disease(s) generally results in return to normal eating behavior.

53. The Palliation Of Dysphagia In Oesophageal Malignant Obstructions Using Endopros The Palliation of dysphagia in Oesophageal Malignant Obstructions using EndoprosthesesA Review of the Literature. 0 = able to eat normal diet / no dysphagia. http://www.priory.com/dysphagia.htm

The Palliation of Dysphagia in Oesophageal Malignant Obstructions using Endoprostheses: A Review of the Literature. Helen Tate, RGN. Advanced Diploma Health Science Student. University of Northumbria, Newcastle upon Tyne. Abstract Introduction Methods Insertion ... References Abstract. Malignant oesophageal obstruction due to intrinsic oesophageal tumours or from extrinsic compression caused by medistinal tumours is not a curative condition for the majority of patients. Dysphagia, or the inability to swallow, is one of the most distressing and debilitating symptoms connected with this disease. The rapid palliation of oesophageal carcinoma consists of the use of stenting to try and provide relief of the dysphagia. This article reviews some of the existing literature regarding the use of endoprostheses to effectively alleviate this problem. Key words: oesophageal carcinoma; dysphagia; endoprosthesis; rigid plastic stents; self-expanding metal stents; palliation. Introduction. Carcinoma of the oesophagus is the seventh most common malignancy in the world, although it is still relatively uncommon in Britain with a mean incidence of 7.5 per 100,000 of the population (Muller, Erasmi, Stelzner 1990) The management of this condition however is difficult, as 50-60% of patients diagnosed with oesophageal malignancies are suitable only for palliative treatments. Palliation of oesophageal carcinoma consists mainly of the symptomatic treatment of dysphagia. Without treatment these patients have a poor quality of life, suffer from rapid weight loss and experience a relatively quick and unpleasant death from total dysphagia and aspiration of their own saliva. The aim is therefore the relief of dysphagia with minimal morbidity and maximum quality of life. The quality of life, not quantity is deemed more desirable (Ellul, Watkinson, Khan, Adam, Mason 1995)

54. Dysphagia Diet 5 Levels Difficulty In Swallowing Diet dysphagia Diet 5 Levels Difficulty In Swallowing Diet Purpose dysphagiameans difficulty with chewing or swallowing food or liquid. http://www.endowsec.com/pated/edtgs07.htm

West Shore Endoscopy Center Patient Education Dysphagia Diet 5 Levels Difficulty In Swallowing Diet Purpose Dysphagia means difficulty with chewing or swallowing food or liquid. To understand how this might happen, it is important to know something about how swallowing occurs. First, food must be chewed thoroughly. Then it is moved to the back of the mouth by tightening the cheek muscles and pressing the tongue against the roof of the mouth. From this point on the process becomes automatic it is a reflex that people do not actively control. In "rapid- fire" succession, the soft palate closes the nasal airway to prevent food from backing into it, the airway into the lungs is closed, and the esophagus (food pipe) relaxes allowing food and liquid to enter it. The muscular esophagus then contracts in a wave-like action, sweeping the food along into the stomach. A blockage or a malfunction anywhere in this part of the body or in the nervous system controlling swallowing can result in dysphagia. There are two types: Esophageal dysphagia occurs when food/liquid stops in the esophagus. This happens most often because of consistent stomach acid refluxing (backing up) into the esophagus. Over time, the reflux causes inflammation and a narrowing (stricture) of the esophagus. Food and eventually liquids feel like they are sticking in the middle and lower chest. There may be chest discomfort or even real pain. Fortunately, physicians can usually dilate (widen) this narrowing, and there is now treatment available to keep it from returning. Cancer, hiatus hernia, and certain muscle disorders of the esophagus are less frequent causes of esophageal dysphagia.

55. Roche Lexikon Medizin (4. Aufl.) - Dysphagia, Dysphagie Translate this page Dys phagia, Dysphagie. engl. dysphagia. Störung des Schluckaktes mitDruckgefühl oder Schmerz hinter dem Brustbein oder im Oberbauch http://www.gesundheit.de/roche/ro07500/r8850.html

Dys phagia, Dysphagie engl.: dysphagia ), bei Erkrankungen des Zentralnervensystems (z.B. bei Tollwut), beim P LUMMER *-V INSON ... * Syndrom , bei neurovegetativer Dystonie D. amyotactica Nervus glossopharyngeus (aber auch bei Hysterie). D. globosa Globussyndrom D., hyper tonisch-atonische engl.: hypertonic-atonic d. D. lusoria Arteria lusoria ; mit Retrosternalschmerzen, Erbrechen, evtl. auch Tachykardie u. Stridor D. para doxa D. mit Schmerzen nur beim Schlucken kleinerer Bissen; z.B. bei Zwerchfellhernie D. para lytica D., sideropenische P LUMMER *-V INSON ... *) Syndrom D. vallecularis engl.: vallecular d. Valsalva* D. D. bei Zungenbeinbruch oder -luxation. Verwandte Themen Arcus Arteria, Arterie (bis Aa. jejunales) Arteria, Arterie (ab A. labyrinthina) Bayford*-Autenrieth* Dysphagie ... Zwerchfellhernie

56. Dysphagia Back Home Next. dysphagia dysphagiaDiet - A site for dietitians and speech languagepathologist to share and get new information about the dysphagia diet. http://www.ability.org.uk/Dysphagia.html

Our Aims Services Stats ... Z Dysphagia Dysphagia-Diet - A site for dietitians and speech language pathologist to share and get new information about the dysphagia diet. Australasian Dysphagia Conference Dysphagia Resource Center - Resources for swallowing disorders. Dysphagia treatment, prevention, and much more. - A wide range of helpful Dysphagia information concerning treatment, prevention, diagnosis, email groups, support groups, personal stories and much more. Updated regularly. Dysphagia, Speech and Language - Diet guidelines for people with swallowing disorders. Webmaster . Site Design by Ability "see the ability, not the disability" Acknowledgments

57. Dysphagia - Bibliography National Outcomes Measurement System (NOMS). dysphagia Bartolome,G., Neuman, DS (1993). dysphagia, 8, 1469. Bryant, M. (1991). http://professional.asha.org/resources/noms/dysphagia.cfm

Professional Home Page Resource Center NOMS Dysphagia Dysphagia Bryant, M. (1991). Biofeedback in the treatment of a selected dysphagic patient. Dysphagia Cook, I.J., Dodds, W.J., Dantas, R.O., et al. (1989). Opening mechanism of the human upper esophageal sphincter. American Journal of Physiology Journal of Prosthdontic Dentistry American Journal of Radiology American Journal of Radiology Donner, M. (1988). The evaluation of dysphagia by radiography and other methods of imaging. Dysphagia Dysphagia Erlichman, M. (1989). The role of speech language pathologists in the management of dysphagia. Health Technology Assessment Reports Dysphagia Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Neurology Archives of Neurology Gastroenterology Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Dysphagia American Journal of Physiology Kahrilas, P.J., Logemann, J.A., Gibbons, M.S. (1992). Food intake by maneuver: An extreme compensation for impaired swallowing. Dysphagia Gastroenterology Dysphagia Dysphagia Lazarus, C.L. (1993). Effects of radiation therapy and voluntary maneuvers on swallow functioning in head and neck cancer patients.

58. Communication Facts : Special Populations: Dysphagia - 2002 Edition It is therefore not possible to discuss the incidence and prevalence of dysphagiaindependent of etiology (2). Etiology. Stroke. Age and dysphagia. http://professional.asha.org/resources/factsheets/dysphagia.cfm

Professional Home Page Resource Center Research Communication Facts : Special Populations: Dysphagia - 2002 Edition Swallowing problems (frequently referred to as dysphagia ) are related to neuromotor speech disorders in that they frequently, though not necessarily always, accompany disturbances of speech movement (1). Dysphagia itself is not a disease but results from one or more underlying pathologies. It is therefore not possible to discuss the incidence and prevalence of dysphagia independent of etiology (2). Etiology Stroke Dysphagia is a frequent complication of stroke, particularly within the first days following the occurence. Consequently, stroke is the most common medical condition associated with dysphagia (3). Two thirds of all strokes occur in individuals over age 65 (4). Because the incidence of stroke increases with age and swallowing problems often result, the elderly stroke patient is at risk for dysphagia and its complications (5). Prospective studies on the prevalence of dysphagia range from a 25%-50% predominance of the condition. These estimates vary because of differences in the definition of dysphagia, the method of assessment swallowing function, the timing of swallowing assessing after stroke and the number and type of stroke patients studied (6). The frequency of dysphagia in patients with stroke is 13% for patients with unilateral hemispheric lesions and 71% for patients with bilateral brainstem lesions (7).

59. Dysphagia, University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA Comprehensive information on dysphagia from the health care expertsat UPMC Health System. dysphagia is difficulty swallowing. Some http://dysphagia.upmc.com/

Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing. Some people also experience pain. If dysphagia is severe, you may not be able to take in enough fluids and calories to stay healthy. In severe cases, even saliva is difficult to swallow. Read more UPMC University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences Contact UPMC Supplemental content provided by HealthGate Data Corp

60. The Patient Has Dysphagia Think The patient has dysphagia. Think. Consider whether the patient's complaintis due to true dysphagia or pain on swallowing. If http://www.dundee.ac.uk/meded/help/sectionc/c5a.htm

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