Pediatric Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies
Author | : Joan C. Arvedson |
Publisher | : Communication Skill Builders/Therapy Skill Builders |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 1998 |
ISBN-10 | : 076163228X |
ISBN-13 | : 9780761632283 |
Rating | : 4/5 (283 Downloads) |
Download or read book Pediatric Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies written by Joan C. Arvedson and published by Communication Skill Builders/Therapy Skill Builders. This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Focuses on videofluoroscopic studies in children and reviews a child's anatomy and motor development as they relate to feeding. The text gives a brief history of the modified barium swallow study, outlines the phases of swallowing and anatomic differences between infants and adults, and lists the reasons why most adult studies are not applicable to paediatrics. Using illustrations and tables, the authors describe the procedures for conducting a videofluoroscopic swallow study (VFSS) in infants and older children, discuss interpretation of results and define needs for future research. It also presents guidelines for referring clients for videofluoroscopic studies and describes the procedure.