A Silva, I Carmezim, C Oliveira, I Peixoto, M Vaz, P Teixeira, N Albuquerque, B Lopes, D Coutinho, E Moreira, R Evangelista, E Bruco, A Gomes, J Caldas
INTRODUCTION: Dysphagia is a common post-stroke complication, which may result in serious pulmonary sequelae. Early detection of dysphagia and aspiration risk can reduce morbidity, mortality and length of hospitalization. OBJECTIVES: This study aims to identify association between dysphagia and acute cerebrovascular disease, and evaluate the prevalence and impact of pulmonary complications on readmissions and mortality. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Retrospective observational study based on 250 clinical records of patients with acute cerebrovascular disease: clinical history, neurological examination, imaging and Gugging Swallowing Screen in the first 48h...
July 1, 2023: Rehabilitación