Validation of Manipal Bedside Swallowing Screening Test for Assessing Aspiration in Individuals with Tracheostomy

Uzair Chilwan, Deepa Narayana*, K. Prakashini, Kailesh Pujary, K. Devaraja

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Abstract

To validate the Manipal Bedside Swallowing Screening Test (MBSST) for assessing aspiration in individuals with tracheostomy using Video Fluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS). A total of 53 tracheostomized participants were screened for aspiration at bedside and VFSS across different consistencies. Penetration Aspiration Scale (PAS) was used to substantiate the severity of aspiration if present. The test demonstrated both high sensitivity (91%; 95% confidence interval = 70.8–98.9) and diagnostic accuracy (96%; 95% confidence interval = 87.0-99.5) for detecting aspiration in individuals with tracheostomy. The Manipal Bedside Swallowing Screening Test is an easy to administer tool that has sufficient sensitivity to detect aspiration in individuals with tracheostomy. The MBSST will be an easy to administer tool and will help in screening for aspiration at bedside without any instrumental examination.

Original languageEnglish
JournalIndian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
DOIs
Publication statusAccepted/In press - 2024

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Surgery
  • Otorhinolaryngology

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