Abstract
The rehabilitation of patients with dysphagia has never been specifically addressed in Italy. The swallowing center is a interdisciplinary organisation devoted to management of medical and surgical problems related to deglutitory function. The combined effort of radiologists, gastroenterologists, neurologists, otolaryngologists, geriatricians, speech therapists, dietitians, surgeons, and others, allows a highly qualified patient evaluation and forms the basis for an effective rehabilitation program.
| Translated title of the contribution | The swallowing center: Organization and function |
|---|---|
| Original language | Italian |
| Pages (from-to) | 409-414 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Chirurgia |
| Volume | 6 |
| Issue number | 7-8 |
| Publication status | Published - 1993 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery