Can you see aspiration with fees?

Can you see aspiration with fees?

A FEES can help your SLP identify what parts of your throat and mouth might not be working well. The FEES can also show if there are certain foods or liquids you need to avoid, or if certain positions can help you swallow more safely. The FEES can also show if you are aspirating.

What is a clinical swallow evaluation?

On the CSE, the SLP will observe for any overt signs or symptoms of swallowing difficulty including coughing, choking, or changes in vocal quality and watch the bedside monitors for any changes in baseline activity.

Can ENT diagnose swallowing problems?

ENT specialists are specifically trained to diagnose and treat conditions related to the throat and voice so they are equipped to diagnose and treat issues with swallowing.

What is a swallowing test?

A swallowing study is a test that shows what your throat and esophagus do while you swallow. The test uses X-rays in real time (fluoroscopy) to film as you swallow. You’ll swallow a substance called barium that is mixed with liquid and food.

What does Fees look at?

Fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) is a procedure that allows physicians to assess areas surrounding the voice box and opening of the esophagus, through the use of a small flexible telescope. The telescope is passed through the nose after anesthetizing this area to minimize pain or discomfort.

What are the phases of swallowing?

Anatomically, swallowing has been divided into three phases: oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal.

How long does a swallow test take?

Your doctor will direct you to your local radiology facility for your barium swallow. A trained radiology technician will perform the procedure. From start to finish, a barium swallow takes about 30 minutes. You will get your results within several days of your procedure.

Is difficulty swallowing temporary?

What Causes Dysphagia? Dysphagia means that you can’t swallow well. Dysphagia is not a diagnosis; it is the symptom. Many factors may cause dysphagia, and most are temporary and non-life-threatening.