
Information for healthcare professionals to learn more about the dietary management of dysphagia, using thickeners and texture-modified foods.
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Venkat 2023. Improving swallowing function with thickening agents in post-stroke oropharyngeal dysphagia: a real-world experience.
This case report presents the clinical experience with four cases of post-stroke dysphagia. A comprehensive approach to management with thickened fluids decreased the risk of aspiration pneumonia and facilitated effective management of dietary recommendations both during hospitalisation and after discharge.
Resources for Dysphagia

Dysphagia
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Schindler et al, 2023. History and Science Behind the Eating Assessment Tool-10 (EAT-10): Lessons Learned

Dysphagia
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The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) Framework: from terminology to implementation into clinical practice (education course)

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Pureed Foods for People with Dysphagia - Clinical Nutrition Highlights

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The Hydration Status of Adult Patients with Oropharyngeal Dysphagia and the Effect of Thickened Fluid Therapy on Fluid Intake and Hydration
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THICKENUP Gel Express Beverage & Oral Nutrition Supplement Preparation Guide

Dysphagia
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Vińas et al. 2022. The Hydration Status of Adult Patients with Oropharyngeal Dysphagia and the Effect of Thickened Fluid Therapy on Fluid Intake and Hydration: Results of Two Parallel Systematic and Scoping Reviews

Dysphagia
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Laguna et al. 2021. Dysphagia and mechanical ventilation in SARS-COV-2 pneumonia: It's real

Dysphagia
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The role of proteins in preventing protein-malnutrition and sarcopenia, in dysphagic patients

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Dysphagic patients and their association with protein-malnutrition and sarcopenia

Dysphagia
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Introduction to association between malnutrition, sarcopenia & dysphagia

Dysphagia
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An International Perspective on IDDSI. Implementation and Clinical Practice.

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Texture modified food demonstration - Roast beef and vegetables

Dysphagia
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Cichero, J. 2013. Thickening agents used for dysphagia management: effect on bioavailability of water, medication and feelings of satiety

Dysphagia
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Rofe et al. 2014. The effects of a xanthan gum-based thickener on the swallowing function of patients with dysphagia

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Popa Nita et al. 2013. Matching the rheological properties of videofluoroscopic contrast agents and thickened liquid prescriptions

Dysphagia
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Leonard et al. 2014. Effects of Bolus Rheology on Aspiration in Patients with Dysphagia