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Schoolchildren with dysphagia associated with medically complex conditions

Maureen A Lefton-Greif1, Joan C Arvedson

  • 1Division of Pediatric Pulmonary, Johns Hopkins Children's Center, Eudowood Division of Pediatric Respiratory Sciences, Baltimore, MD 21287-2533, USA. mlefton@jhmi.edu

Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools
|April 19, 2008
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Insights

Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in schools are increasingly identifying and treating pediatric dysphagia. As more medically complex children survive, SLPs play a vital role in managing swallowing and feeding issues.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric medicine
  • Speech-language pathology

Background:

  • Review of literature on pediatric dysphagia and population trends.
  • Focus on children with complex medical histories and swallowing/feeding problems.

Observation:

  • Increasing number of children with dysphagia in schools.
  • Rising incidence of preterm births and survival of medically fragile children.
  • Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are key members of dysphagia teams.

Findings:

  • SLPs in schools are increasingly evaluating and treating pediatric dysphagia.
  • Growing population of children at risk for dysphagia due to medical advancements.
  • Limited evidence supports current therapeutic interventions for pediatric dysphagia.

Implications:

  • School-based SLPs are crucial for early identification and intervention of dysphagia.
  • SLPs can effectively manage swallowing and feeding problems in medically complex children.
  • Enhanced collaboration between school-based SLPs and medical teams is essential.
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