Dysphagia (swallowing difficulties) is relatively common in the general population, but the
prevalence increases with age and poses particular problems in the older patient, potentially …

There is little evidence to support tube feeding in advanced dementia although it is still
frequently used in acute hospital settings. Patients present with complex problems and are …

Background Dysphagia, particularly sarcopenic dysphagia, is frequent in frail older patients.
Sarcopenic dysphagia is a swallowing disorder caused by sarcopenia, corresponding to a …

Dysphagia is recognised as part of the frailty syndrome, especially for those at the end of life.
There is a tension in management between the need to optimize nutrition status as part of …

Background and aims Dysphagia is a prevalent disorder in acute geriatric patients. This
observational prospective study aimed at investigating adverse clinical outcomes linked to …

Background There is increasing recognition of the impact that dementia has upon
swallowing and at mealtimes, and the significant effect this can have on people with …

Background Decision-making in end-stage dementia (ESD) is a complex process involving
medical, social, legal and ethical issues. In ESD, the person suffers from severe cognitive …

There is underdiagnosis and low awareness of dysphagia despite that the condition is
modifiable and poorly managed symptoms diminish psychological well-being and overall …

People with dementia are likely to experience mealtime difficulties and dysphagia as their
condition progresses. These changes can lead to a range of negative consequence, from …

Dysphagia is a common condition in the older person. Linda Nazarko provides an update on
its identification and management Dysphagia is thought to affect around 4 million people in …