[Purpose] This study investigated the characteristics of oropharyngeal swallowing function in patients with presbyphagia. [Participants and Methods] Data for 25 patients with presbyphagia were retrospectively analyzed. The oropharyngeal swallowing function was evaluated using VDS based on videofluoroscopic swallowing study. [Results] Lip closure, mastication, laryngeal elevation, and aspiration showed a relative decrease in function. [Conclusion] This study showed a reduction in oropharyngeal swallowing in patients with presbyphagia. Our results may help in the diagnosis and treatment of presbyphagia.
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Lee, M.-L., Kim, J.-U., Oh, D.-H., Park, J.-Y., & Lee, K.-J. (2018). Oropharyngeal swallowing function in patients with presbyphagia. Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 30(11), 1357–1358. https://doi.org/10.1589/jpts.30.1357
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