Assessment of the Sensitivity of the Vocal Tract in Parkinson Disease by Nasal Video Endoscopy
Gabriela de Castro Machado,
Luise Stumpf Hubner,
Jordana Balbinot
et al.
Abstract:Introduction Sensory deficits of the upper airways are common in people with Parkinson disease. Compounded by considerable deterioration of the swallowing function, these deficits may contribute to the elevated rates of morbidity and mortality among this population.
Objective To examine the sensitivity of the vocal tracts of people with Parkinson disease using nasal videoendoscopy and to compare the results with paired controls.
Methods The present was a prospective, observational, case-con… Show more
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