Debra M. Suiter, Memorie M. Gosa
English | 2019 | Original PDF | 408 Pages
ISBNs: B07ZP5S2V9, 1626232148, 1638531498, 9781626232143, 9781638531494, 978-1626232143, 978-1638531494
The definitive educational guide on the diagnosis and management of dysphagia across the full age continuum
Dysphagia
presentation and treatment differs at various stages of life. Assessing
and Treating Dysphagia: A Lifespan Perspective reflects significant
knowledge and pearls from esteemed adult and pediatric swallowing
disorders experts. Debra Suiter and Memorie Gosa have compiled a book
of unique depth and breadth with contributions from communication
science experts including speech-language pathologists and physicians.
The textbook provides comprehensive coverage of swallowing disorders
from birth to old age, including clinical, professional, and cultural
ethical considerations.
Key Highlights
Anatomy and physiology of swallowing, and compensatory, postural, and rehabilitation strategies
Adult
and pediatric specific chapters on swallow screenings, clinical
evaluations, and technologies such as videofluroscopic, fiberoptic
endoscopic, and high-resolution manometry
Pediatric-specific dysphagia related to premature birth, craniofacial syndromes, congenital heart disease, and cerebral palsy
Adult-specific
dysphagia related to neurodegenerative disease, stroke, traumatic
brain injury, head and neck cancer, esophageal disease, pulmonary
disease, and end of life
This is the only textbook on the market
featuring complete coverage of the diagnosis and management of
dysphagia across the lifespan. With content following Master's-level
course curriculum, this is essential reading for graduate students as
well as practicing clinicians in the fields of otolaryngology and
speech language pathology.