Clinical and Laryngotracheoscopic Evaluation of Children with Cerebral Palsy Using Intraparotid Injections of Botulinum Toxin Type A for Drooling Control
Abstract:Introduction: Medical literature shows consistent data on the use of botulinum toxin for the treatment of drooling, especially in patients with neurological disorder. However, any trial evaluated the reduction of sialorrhea through laryngotracheoscopy. Objective: To evaluate the reduction of salivation and aspiration in children with cerebral palsy submitted to intraparotid injection of botulinum toxin. Methods: A prospective cohort study including 31 pediatric patients with cerebral palsy who complained of si… Show more
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