2000 Fiscal Year Final Research Report Summary
DEVELOPMENT OF ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT FOR EATING DISORDERS
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09557172
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| Research Category |
Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (B).
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| Allocation Type | Single-year Grants |
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| Section | 展開研究 |
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| Research Field |
Surgical dentistry
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| Research Institution | Showa University |
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Principal Investigator |
TAKAHASHI Kohji Showa University, School of Dentistry, Assistant Professor, 歯学部, 講師 (40197140)
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| Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha) |
NEMOTO Toshiyuki Showa University, School of Dentistry, Senior Resident, 歯学部, 助手 (70255884)
MICHIWAKI Yukihiro Showa University, School of Dentistry, ASSIST.PROF., 歯学部, 講師 (40157540)
YAMASHITA Yukari Showa University, School of Dentistry, ASSIST.PROF., 歯学部, 講師 (50260906)
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| Project Period (FY) |
1997 – 2000
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| Keywords | VIDEOFLUOROGRAPHY / SWALLOWING DISORDERS / CERVICAL AUSCULTATION / TEXTURE OF FOOD / NEAR-INFRARED LIGHT |
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| Research Abstract |
The number of patients with dysphagia has been rapidly increasing in line with the rising number of senior citizens. For screening procedure, characteristic symptoms and swallowing sounds of dysphagia patients were clarified, so that new test series for swallowing disorders have been developed.
As for instrumental techniques, new measurements of videofluorography were demonstrated, which included time analysis, residue places of the bolus, and shape and movement of the epiglottis. In addition, acoustic analysis of the expiratory sound immediately after swallow and new equipment using light emitted diode (LED) have been developed.
For management, systemic and handy assessment was established in connection to management programs. A new swallowing maneuver was also developed. Food texture suitable for patients who need special care for eating has also been clarified.
For the future, new non-invasive diagnostic instruments, new management strategies will be necessary in addition to studies how to use parenteral intake together with oral intake.
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