Silent Aspiration: Who Is at Risk?
Authors
Velayutham P, Irace AL, Kawai K, Dodrill P, Perez J, Londahl M, Mundy L, Dombrowski ND, Rahbar R
Publication
Laryngoscope
Date
August 2018
Conclusion
“Silent aspiration may be associated with a number of underlying conditions and is more common than previously described. Caregivers and clinicians should be aware that the absence of cough does not eliminate the possibility of aspiration. Modified barium swallow studies can reveal silent aspiration, which is difficult to detect on clinical feeding evaluation. Modified barium swallow findings can guide feeding therapy and the overall management of aspiration.”