C Ledl, U Frank, R Dziewas, B Arnold, N Bähre, C S Betz, S Braune, T Deitmer, P Diesener, A S Fischer, S Hamzic, G Iberl, J Konradi, J Löhler, T Platz, C Rohlfes, M Westhoff, S Winkler, R Wirth, S Graf
The number of tracheotomized patients with dysphagia and their need for treatment are continuously increasing in clinical and community settings. The revised version of the directive on home care and community-based intensive care of the Federal Joint Committee (G-BA) requires that tracheotomized patients are regularly evaluated with the aim of identifying and promoting the therapeutic potential after hospital discharge. Dysphagia treatment plays a crucial role as without improvement of severe dysphagia there is practically no possibility for decannulation...
April 5, 2024: HNO