The investigators conduct a controlled prospective experimental intervention study to examine whether the use of a tongue brush (Orabrush) can improve the rate of aspiration pneumonia and dysphagia in patients with ischemic stroke. Secondary outcomes include the impact on bacterial tongue colonization, the Tongue Coating Index, and the length of stay of the patients.The patients will be recruited in the Stroke Unit of the Department of Neurology from November 2024 until approximately October 2026.
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Rate of Aspiration Pneumonias
Timeframe: From the date of first admission until discharge, with the occurrence of aspiration, within max. 4 weeks pneumonia documented at any point during the inpatient stay.
Severity of dysphagia measured by EAT-10 [score from 0-40]
Timeframe: EAT-10 is assessed on the day of admission and after a period of 3-5 days.
Severity of dysphagia measured by GUSS [score from 0-20]
Timeframe: GUSS is assessed on the day of admission and after a period of 3-5 days.