Purpose: Practice pattern studies suggest that liquid modification is currently a primary
strategy used by speech-language pathologists to manage dysphagia; however, the breadth …

Purpose: The intervention of thickened liquids (TL) is commonly used to reduce aspiration in
people with dysphagia. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) have traditionally believed it …

Purpose: The efficacy of thickened fluids for individuals with dysphagia has come under
increasing scrutiny among healthcare professionals. This commentary provides a critical …

This study surveyed the practice patterns of speech-language pathologists in their use of
thickened liquids for patients with swallowing difficulties. A 25-item Internet survey about …

Thickened liquids are a common treatment for dysphagia; however, little is known about
their effects in children. The aim of this systematic review was to summarize the state and …

Clinicians who manage patients with dysphagia face especially difficult challenges when
working with patients who exhibit the aspiration of dietary fluids. These patients must be kept …

The implementation of thickened fluids in patients with dysphagia is widely considered an
effective strategy for safe and physiologically improved swallow. However, there is limited …

Purpose The goals of this article are to explore the use of textured thin liquids for dysphagic
patients who require thickened liquids and to illustrate their impact on hydration and patient …

There is a putative risk of dehydration in patients with dysphagia in a clinical setting. A
common conception is that the thickened fluids provided to the patient are the primary cause …

Clinicians should be open and transparent in their decision making with patients and
families, acknowledging the limited evidence and the need for individualised care. Further …