Cancer is one of the most common causes of death worldwide. Along with the advances in
diagnostic technology achieved through industry–academia partnerships, the survival rate of …

Persistent smell and taste disorders have been reported as some of the most common
symptoms after COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019). Sensory, olfactory, and gustatory …

Adequate upper airway (oral, pharyngeal and laryngeal) sensation is crucial for safe and
efficient swallowing and airway protection. Despite its importance, methods of upper airway …

Background Many medications are available as solid oral dosage forms such as tablets and
capsules; however, some people find these medications difficult to swallow. Aim To identify …

Background This study aims to investigate the relationship between cancer cachexia and
oropharyngeal dysphagia (OD) in patients with head and neck cancer (HNC) prior to …

The neural connectivity among the oral cavity, pharynx, and esophagus is a critical
component of infant feeding physiology. Central integration of oral and pharyngeal afferents …

As amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) progresses, dysphagia gets worse due to the
weakening of pharyngeal musculature. As oral feeding becomes more difficult or dangerous …

Background Gustatory stimulus interventions have been shown to improve swallowing
function in older adults with dysphagia. However, the optimal intervention strategies as well …

Background Altering sensory properties of food is relevant to the management of swallowing
disorders. The current investigation aimed to examine the influence of sour and carbonated …

Background There are still only a few therapeutic strategies to improve taste sensation,
which is part of oral health and quality of life. Objective Therefore, here we aimed to …