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  • Otolaryngology

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  • Dysphagia is a recognized complication following spinal surgery.
  • The specific characteristics, including severity and duration, of post-operative dysphagia are not well-defined.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the severity, longevity, and physiological aspects of dysphagia in patients after spinal surgery.
  • To identify patient subgroups at higher risk for persistent dysphagia.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective, observational study involving 250 patients undergoing spinal surgery.
  • Utilized flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) and videofluoroscopic study of swallowing (VFSS) for assessment.
  • Analyzed FEES and VFSS data using validated symptom scales and objective digital measures.

Main Results:

  • 75 patients (30%) were referred for swallowing assessment; 85% had anterior cervical surgery.
  • Most patients showed improvement in dysphagia symptoms within 2 months.
  • A subset of patients experienced persistent dysphagia with significant pharyngeal impairments, particularly after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF).

Conclusions:

  • Approximately 25% of spinal surgery patients develop dysphagia, with most recovering within two months.
  • Early dysphagia screening is vital to prevent complications and reduce hospital stays.
  • Further research into rehabilitation programs for persistent dysphagia post-spinal surgery is warranted.