Publications by authors named "Santiago Castejon-Hernandez"
Background: Oropharyngeal dysphagia is an emerging age-related disorder that affects 23% of inpatients leading to malnutrition, dehydration, or aspiration pneumonia. Anticholinergic drugs can cause reduced peristalsis and dry mouth, both related to dysphagia.
Aim: To determine the association between anticholinergic burden and oropharyngeal dysphagia in older inpatients.