Videofluoroscopic Evaluation of the Swallow in Infants and Children
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This chapter provides a brief overview of videofluoroscopic swallow studies (VFSS) in the pediatric population. Topics include indications for VFSS, relevant anatomy and physiology, the role of the speech-language pathologist, and the role of VFSS in defining oropharyngeal dysphagia and guiding treatment.
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Videofluoroscopic swallow study (VFSS) Modified barium swallow study (MBSS) Instrumental swallow evaluation Oropharyngeal dysphagia Pediatric dysphagia Aspiration Pediatric swallowing Pediatric swallow evaluationReferences
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