A Study of Swallowing Problems and Aspiration Risks in Elderly Patients with Cervical Spine Fractures

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to determine the incidence of swallowing disorders and the risk for aspiration in elderly patients who have cervical spine fractures.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

Above 65 years of age
Controls undergoing elective lumbar spine surgery within Mayo Clinic Rochester
Patients with a stable cervical spine fracture and have a collar
Treated either operatively or non-operatively, and sent to the ICU
Have an initial video swallow test done in either the Speech Language Pathology or Occupational Therapy Units

Exclusion Criteria

Had a preexisting swallowing disorder, including ENT malignancy or previous ENT surgery
Neurological disorder such as Parkinson’s disease
Without a cervical brace
Has maxillofacial trauma or head trauma
Peptic stricture
Eosinophilic esophagitis
Esophageal webs and rings
Carcinoma of the lung, esophagus, or ENT
Cardiovascular anomalies
Radiation injury
Achalasia
Spastic motility disorders
Scleroderma
Sjögren's syndrome
Functional dysphagia
Pathological or infection related cervical spine fracture
Below 65 years of age

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Rochester, Minn. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Michelle Clarke, M.D.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Michelle Clarke, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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