The effect of "xanthan gum-based fluid thickener" on hydration, swallowing functions and nutritional status in total maxillectomy patients.
Sezgin BahaDuygu DurusoyMeltem Sezis DemirciKerem OzturkIsa KayaSibel EyigorSercan GodePublished in: European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (2018)
Swallowing functions are affected due to total maxillectomy and radiotherapy. With this study, it has been shown that, total maxillectomy and radiotherapy reduce dysphagia-related quality of life. Swallowing dysfunction and dehydration has been shown to affect total maxillectomy patients. Using of 'xanthan gum-based fluid thickener' helps to maintain intracellular water, extracellular water, and total body water.