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The Videofluoroscopic Esophagram Technique and Protocol

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One-third of the individuals who localize the source of their dysphagia to the cervical region will have an esophageal etiology for their swallowing dysfunction. A thorough evaluation of the esophagus is essential in the comprehensive work-up of persons with dysphagia and an advanced understanding of the methodology and analysis of the videofluoroscopic esophagram (VFE) is fundamental for all swallowing clinicians.

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  1. Center for Voice and Swallowing Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, University of California, Davis School of Medicine, Sacramento, CA, USA

    Peter C. Belafsky & Maggie A. Kuhn

  2. Department of Medicine and Epidemiology, University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, Sacramento, CA, USA

    Peter C. Belafsky

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Belafsky, P., Kuhn, M. (2014). The Videofluoroscopic Esophagram Technique and Protocol. In: The Clinician's Guide to Swallowing Fluoroscopy. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-1109-7_3

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