Synopsis: Abstract: Neurologic disorders may impair the normal clearance of secretions. Effective palliation requires the management of excessive oral, pharyngeal and/or tracheobronchial secretions. This requires… Read More
Synopsis: Abstract: Difficulty swallowing is a well-documented symptom in head and neck cancer and oesophageal malignancy. The frequency of oropharyngeal swallowing difficulties in the palliative… Read More
Synopsis: Abstract: In reviewing the literature, there are few articles describing the role of the speech-language pathologist in hospice. Communication impairments can impact upon the… Read More
Synopsis: Abstract: Speech and language therapists (SLTs) are specialists in the management of communication and swallowing disorders (dysphagia); however, few are members of acute and… Read More
Source: Medical College of Wisconsin (EPERC) Synopsis: Background: Speech pathologists can facilitate communication among members of the medical team, and between the team and… Read More