| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4253843 | Cirugía Española | 2007 | 15 Pages |
Abstract
Increasing food bolus viscosity to 3500-4000 mPas (pudding viscosity) improves the effectiveness of swallowing and reduces the risk of aspirations. Botulinic toxin injection in the upper esophageal sphincter is indicated in patients with spasticity of neuromuscular origin. Cricopharyngeal myotomy is the basis of treatment for Zenker's diverticulum and is also indicated in patients with alterations in the upper esophageal sphincter and preserved oropharyngeal motor response.
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Authors
Pere Clavé, Viridiana Arreola, Mercedes Velasco, Miquel Quer, Josep Maria CastellvÃ, Jordi Almirall, Pilar GarcÃa Peris, Ricardo Carrau,