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Esophageal Dysphagia: Diagnosis and Treatment Options

Esophageal Dysphagia: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
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Option(s):  Journal (Online), Journal (Print)
Author(s):  Articles from SIG 13, Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders

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Explore various facets of the evaluation and treatment of esophageal disorders, including symptoms and etiologies, in this self-study program. The role of the SLP in the evaluation and treatment of esophageal dysphagia is discussed.

Learning Outcomes
You will be able to:

  • describe three etiologies of esophageal dysphagia
  • discuss advantages and disadvantages of three diagnostic tools for assessment of dysphagia
  • discuss three esophageal manifestations of gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • describe three treatment options for esophageal dysphagia
  • describe three signs and symptoms of esophageal dysphagia

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Continuing Education:

Date(s):  10/16/2010 to 8/12/2013
CEUs:  0.2
Instructional Level:  Intermediate

Item #(s):  web4228, 0112976

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