Pharyngeal Electrical Stimulation for the Treatment of Post-extubation Dysphagia in Acute Stroke

Randomised Controlled Trial of Pharyngeal Electrical Stimulation for the Treatment of Post-extubation Dysphagia in Acute Stroke Patients

The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether pharyngeal electrical stimulation in addition to standard care can enhance swallowing recovery in severely dysphagic stroke patients post extubation compared to sham treatment plus standard care.

Inclusion Criteria:

- severe dysphagia post extubation due to acute stroke

Exclusion Criteria:

• preexisting dysphagia
• comorbidities that can possibly cause dysphagia
• psychiatric comorbidities
• pacemaker or other implanted electronic devices