Oesophageal screening in videofluoroscopic swallow studies: Perspectives from the multidisciplinary dysphagia team to refine the clinical pathway.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Videofluoroscopic swallow studies (VFSS) are multidisciplinary swallowing assessments led by speech-language therapists (SLTs). The purpose of oesophageal screening in VFSS is to guide further diagnostic assessment and treatment of possible oesophageal abnormalities. Yet, internationally standard protocols and clinical pathways for oesophageal screening in VFSS have not been established.

Aim(s)

The aim of this study was to refine and optimise oesophageal screening in VFSS at one Australian metropolitan hospital by incorporating expertise of the multidisciplinary dysphagia team.

Methods and procedures

Focus groups/semi-structured interviews were conducted with SLTs, radiologists (RADs), gastroenterologists (GEs), referring medical officers (MEDs) and medical

SUBMITTER: McCarthy K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11842011 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar-Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature