Translation and Validation of the Visual Analysis of Swallowing Efficiency and Safety Into European Portuguese

Translation and Validation of the Visual Analysis of Swallowing Efficiency and Safety Into European Portuguese

The goal of this observational study is to translate and validate to European Portuguese "Visual Analysis of Swallowing Efficiency and Safety - VASES".

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patient's FEES recording that allowed good visualization of the pharynx and larynx;
• FEES recording from patients after head and neck surgery who had structural alterations but still did not interfere with a clear visualization of the residues.
• Patient's tracheostomized or under enteral nutrition.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Under 18 years of age