University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering researcher, Dr. Sejdić, developed a new screening method for swallowing to be performed at the bedside. According to Dr. Sejdić, the assessment includes comparing and contrasting the sound and vibrations of normal swallows against swallows of patients with dysphagia to determine abnormalities. The goal of this is research is to provide a non-invasive method to detect dysphagia that could help to reduce patient risk and hospitalization.
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