Swallowing dysfunction in patients hospitalised due to a COPD exacerbation

Objectives This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the prevalence of self-reported and clinically screened swallowing dysfunction (dysphagia) in COPD patients with severe exacerbations and to identify any associated factors. Findings were then compared to a control group. Methods Participant...

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Main Authors: Margareta Gonzalez Lindh, Christer Janson, Monica Blom Johansson, Mimmi Jonsson, Emma Mälberg, Elina Allansson, Cecilia Holm, Margareta Jennische, Hirsch Koyi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: European Respiratory Society 2021-06-01
Series:ERJ Open Research
Online Access:http://openres.ersjournals.com/content/7/2/00173-2021.full