Effects Of Topical Nasal Anesthetic On Fiberoptic Endoscopic Examination Of Swallowing With Sensory Testing (FEESST)
- ASU Author/Contributor (non-ASU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Gary McCullough Ph.D , Associate Dean (Creator)
- Institution
- Appalachian State University (ASU )
- Web Site: https://library.appstate.edu/
Abstract: Objections to the use of topical nasal anesthesia (TNA) during fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) with sensory testing (FEESST) have been raised, primarily because of the possibility of desensitizing the pharyngeal and laryngeal mucosa and affecting both the sensory and motor aspects of the swallow. Furthermore, it has been suggested that TNA is not necessary during FEES as it does not improve patient comfort or make the procedure easier for the endoscopist. The purpose of this double-blind, randomized, controlled, crossover clinical trial was to determine how gel TNA during flexible endoscopic evalu- ation of swallowing with sensory testing affects sensation, swallowing, and comfort rating scores in healthy nondys- phagic participants. Laryngopharyngeal sensory thresholds and swallowing durations were compared between two conditions: TNA and sham. Transition duration decreased statistically significantly during the TNA condition com- pared to the sham for 10 ml only (p \ 0.05). All other swallowing measures did not change between the conditions. Laryngopharyngeal sensory thresholds and perceptions did not change between conditions. No change was observed for subject comfort scores, ease of exam, or quality of view. Future studies should evaluate TNA administration vari- ables, including concentration, dosage amount, and method of application, to determine the optimal strategy for pro- viding comfort while avoiding altered swallowing.
Effects Of Topical Nasal Anesthetic On Fiberoptic Endoscopic Examination Of Swallowing With Sensory Testing (FEESST)
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- Publication
- Kamarunas, E., McCullough, G.H., Munn, T., Mennemeier, M., Schluterman, K. (2014). "Effects of Topical Nasal Anesthesia on Flexible Endoscopic Examination of Swallowing with Sensory Testing (FEESST). Dysphagia 29:33-43. Version of record available at www.springer.com [DOI 10.1007/s00455-013-9473-x]
- Language: English
- Date: 2014
- Keywords
- Topical nasal anesthesia, FEESST, FEES