2014
DOI: 10.1177/0194599814541629a391
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Morphometric Analysis of Swallowing Mechanics after Surgery for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Abstract: Objectives: Apply a new method of analyzing swallowing biomechanics on postoperative obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients using parameters of the modified barium swallow (MBS) imaging. Methods: This novel biometric analysis involved two patients following uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, relocation pharyngoplasty, and base of tongue resection for OSA. Postoperative MBS indicated mild swallowing impairment in both patients. Coordinates mapping 10 anatomical landmarks were collected from every frame of the oropharyn… Show more

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