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Can Pulse Oximetry or a Bedside Swallowing Assessment Be Used to Detect Aspiration After Stroke?
Stroke 37:2984-2988, Ramsey,D.J.C.,et al, 2006
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Article Abstract
Modified BSA and pulse oximetry during swallowing, whether alone or in combination, showed inadequate sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values for detection of aspiration compared with video fluoroscopy in stroke patients.
 
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