Aim: Studies in which the results of the screening test evaluating swallowing skills in acute stroke patients are evaluated together with other components that may affect swallowing function are limited. The aim of this study is to determine which factors are associated with swallowing abilities in patients with acute stroke, including lesion location, cognitive level, clinical features, risk factors for stroke, and level of functionality. Methods: The 97 acute stroke patients included in the study were grouped in terms of lesion type, affected side, and risk factors for stroke. Turkish MMASA (TR-MMASA) was used to evaluate the swallowing ability of the patients. Additionally, Standardized Mini Mental Test (SMMT) and Modified Rankin Scale (MRS) were applied to evaluate cognition level and functionality, respectively.
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The Correlation Between Swallowing Skills and Cognitive Status
Timeframe: During the first 5 months of the study.
The Correlation Between Swallowing Skills and Functionality
Timeframe: During the first 5 months of the study.