Study of Changes in Swallowing Sensitivity, Taste, and Smell in Stroke Patients Compared to Younger and Older Volunteers

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are investigating changes in swallowing, taste, and smell in patients who have had a stroke. This study focuses on how stroke affects swallowing by measuring sensitivity in swallowing-related areas and assessing neuropsychological issues like swallowing apraxia. The research also compares results with younger and older healthy volunteers to better understand these changes after stroke. The study involves diagnostic tests including flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing FEES for stroke patients, measuring sensitivity thresholds with a pudendal electrode, taste and smell tests, and neuropsychological assessments for cognitive issues related to swallowing. Control groups consist of younger and older volunteers who can consent to participate. Participants will undergo assessments within 96 hours after their initial stroke symptoms, including swallowing function, neuropsychological deficits, lesion site imaging, sensitivity, and tastesmell testing. Healthy volunteers provide baseline comparison data. The study is observational and aims to better understand swallowing difficulties and sensory changes in stroke patients. Participation includes diagnostic tests and cognitive assessments conducted shortly after stroke onset.

Changes in Sensitivity, Taste and Smell in Stroke Patients