Managing swallowing in stroke patients - free water versus thickened fluids

Not Applicable

Recruiting

• Conditions: Dysphagia; Stroke; Stroke - Ischaemic; Stroke - Haemorrhagic; Oral and Gastrointestinal - Other diseases of the mouth, teeth, oesophagus, digestive system including liver and colon

• Registration Number: ACTRN12610000752066
• Lead Sponsor: Royal Adelaide Hospital

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2010-09-10
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 410

Inclusion Criteria

Inpatient in a dedicated stroke unit.
Stroke is the primary reason for admission
Able to participate in a modified barium swallow procedure
Aspirating thin fluids

Exclusion Criteria

Known progressive neurological condition.
History of brain tumour or brain injury.
History of head or neck cancer.
Chronic supressed immune system.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Acute medical illness.
Receiving alternative non-oral forms of hydration or nutrition.
Aspirating smooth pureed food and/or moderately thick fluids.
On fluid restriction.
Pregnant or breast feeding.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified