Quantitative measures of swallowing function were extracted from modified barium
swallowing studies (MBS) to characterize swallowing pathophysiology in patients with …

The purpose of this direct replication study was to confirm the incidence of vocal fold
immobility (VFI) and its relationship to pharyngeal dysphagia and aspiration. Using a single …

Objectives/Hypothesis To evaluate pharyngeal strength and upper esophageal sphincter
opening in patients with unilateral vocal fold immobility (UVFI). Study Design Case control …

The adverse consequences of aspiration in regard to patient health and quality of life are
well documented. It is generally accepted that the probability of aspiration is increased in …

This study prospectively investigated the incidence of vocal fold immobility, unilateral and
bilateral, and its influence on aspiration status in a referred population of 1452 patients for a …

Abstract Objectives/Hypothesis: The objective was to examine the incidence and
pathophysiology of aspiration in patients with unilateral vocal fold immobility presenting with …

Background Unilateral vocal fold immobility is the neurological disorder most frequently
seen in the larynx that may cause swallowing dysfunction. The objective of this investigation …

Objective To identify dysphagia prevalence and characteristics among patients with
unilateral vocal fold immobility (UVFI) through a systematic review of current literature. Data …

Objective To quantify the incidence of penetration and aspiration following medialization for
unilateral vocal cord immobility (UVCI) and determine patterns of failure. Study Design …

Objective Examine the incidence of penetration/aspiration in patients with unilateral vocal
fold immobility and investigate the relationship with self-reported perception of dysphagia …