Professional
Technical
IVT
Dysphagia Evaluation
Clinical assessment of swallowing function to identify swallowing disorders and aspiration risk.
Full Definition
Dysphagia evaluation is a comprehensive assessment performed by speech-language pathologists to evaluate swallowing function across all phases of swallowing. The evaluation may include clinical bedside assessment and instrumental studies such as videofluoroscopic swallow study or fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing. Results guide dietary recommendations, swallowing strategies, and treatment planning to ensure safe oral intake and prevent aspiration pneumonia.
Usage
Usage note: Specify whether clinical or instrumental evaluation when documenting.
In Context
- "A comprehensive dysphagia evaluation revealed silent aspiration requiring diet texture modification." — Assessment report
- "The stroke patient was referred for dysphagia evaluation before advancing oral intake." — Medical consultation
Also known as
Swallowing Assessment
Swallowing Evaluation
FEES
Don't confuse with
Speech Evaluation
Voice Assessment