Swallowing after Oral Oncological Treatment: A Five-Year Prospective Study
Caroline M. Speksnijder,
Lucía Ortiz-Comino,
Anton F. J. de Haan
et al.
Abstract:Background: Swallowing rehabilitation in curative treated patients with oral cancer is still a challenge. Different factors may influence these patients’ swallowing function. The aim of this study was to identify factors associated with swallowing function up to 5 years after cancer treatment. Methods: Swallowing duration and frequency of 5 mL water and 15 mL applesauce were measured in 123 patients treated for oral cancer. Mixed model analyses were performed to identify associated factors. Results: Age influe… Show more
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