Translation of the Sydney Swallow Questionnaire and Validation of the German Version

Sydney Swallow Questionnaire: Translation of a Questionnaire Relating to the Function of Swallowing and Validation of the German Version

Translation of a validated questionnaire (SSQ) from english to german and validation of the german version. The SSQ consists of 17 well-structured questions for the assessment and quantification of patient reported difficulties in swallowing function. The tool is specifically designed to evaluate important aspects of swallowing function The questions cover the symptoms related to combinations of variables like the anatomic region, type of dysfunction, and the consistency of swallowed bolus.

Inclusion criteria: - patients with diagnosed dysphagia "of any causes"

• sufficient proficiency in german
• voluntary participation

Exclusion criteria: - insufficient knowledge of the german language

• cognitive limitations
• reduced general state of health