Assessment of the Sensitivity of the Vocal Tract in Parkinson Disease by Nasal Video Endoscopy

Abstract

Introduction Sensory deficits of the upper airways are common in people with Parkinson disease. Compounded by considerable deterioration of the swallowing function, these deficits may contribute to the elevated rates of morbidity and mortality among this population.

Keywords

• nervous system diseases
• endoscopy
• deglutition
• swallowing disorders