Ultrasound checks for swallowing in adults with dysphagia

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study will enroll 80 adults with dysphagia and perform both ultrasound (US) and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) on each participant. Examinations will look at vocal cord movement, swallowing reflex timing, pharyngeal contraction, aspiration/penetration, and stasis. Results from US will be compared with FEES as the reference standard, and analyses will include diagnostic accuracy and inter- and intra-rater reliability. The goal is to validate whether US can serve as a reliable, non-invasive alternative or adjunct to FEES in clinical swallowing assessment.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adults aged 18 or older.
* Dysphagia patients referred for swallowing assessments.
* FOIS score between 2-6.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Unconscious patients or those unable to follow instructions.
* Unstable vital signs.
* Acute infections or mechanical ventilation.

Where it's running

• National Taiwan University Hospital
  Taipei, Taiwan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Shu-mei Yang, MD — National Taiwan University Hospital
• Study coordinator: Shu-mei Yang, MD
• Email: b99401109@gmail.com
• Phone: 0972653675

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.