Quantitative Analysis of Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study for the Assessment of Laryngeal Elevation : A new software tool for processing Videofluoroscopic Images for Assessment of Patients with Dysphagia
To date, the videofluoroscopic swallowing study (VFSS) is considered the gold standard for thoroughly assessment and management of dysphagia. It is a symptom so common and diverse that is often considered as a disease in its own right. Dysphagia severity can range from a trivial problem to a lethal condition. It can seriously compromise the quality of life of affected patients, therefore management should be prompt. The implications of dysphagia in healthcare costs are elevated. VFSS carries a degree of subjectivity in its interpretation.