[Children with encephalopathy : the ear, nose and throat perspective].

Children with encephalopathy are at increased risk of swallowing disorders with aspirations, food blockages, difficulties, and stress during meals. Serious consequences may result, such as recurrent lung infections and failure to thrive. The ENT or phoniatric examination includes the evaluation of food bolus management, possible drooling, and swallowing safety.

Oral function in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis patients: A matched case-control study.

Background & Aims: Patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) develop swallowing difficulties with the progression of the disease. The present study aimed at comparing oral function and body composition between ALS patients and healthy controls, and at evaluating which parameters are the most discriminant between both groups.

Methods: We included ALS patients at the start of their multidisciplinary follow-up at the Geneva University Hospitals and healthy age-, gender-, and dental status-matched adults.