Impact of oropharyngeal dysphagia on healthcare cost and length of stay in hospital: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Healthcare systems internationally are under an ever-increasing demand for services that must be delivered in an efficient, effective and affordable manner. Several patient-related and organisational factors influence health-care expenditure and utilisation, including oropharyngeal dysphagia. Here, we present a systematic review of the literature and meta-analyses investigating how oropharyngeal dysphagia influences healthcare utilisation through length of stay (LOS) and cost.

Methods

Using a standardised approach, eight databases were systematically searched for relevant articles reporting on oropharyngeal dysphagia attributable inpatient LOS and healthcare costs through June 2016. Study methodologies were critically appraised and where appropriate, extracted LOS

SUBMITTER: Attrill S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6090960 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature