Risk factors and impact of swallowing impairment and aspiration after lung transplantation.

Background: Oropharyngeal swallowing impairment frequently occurs following lung transplantation, placing patients at risk of aspiration-related complications and mortality. The primary objectives of this study were to characterize swallowing impairment and explore potential risk factors for aspiration after lung transplantation.

Methods: A retrospective review of lung transplant recipients treated between January 2018 and December 2022 that received an instrumental swallow study was conducted.

Respiratory-swallow patterning and oropharyngeal swallowing impairment in patients undergoing evaluation for lung transplant.

Background: Although swallowing impairment is prevalent following lung transplantation, baseline respiratory and swallowing characteristics are often overlooked. Respiratory disease processes may predispose lung transplant candidates to altered respiratory-swallow patterning and swallowing impairment.

Methods: This cross-sectional study included patients referred for a Modified Barium Swallow Study during lung transplant evaluation.