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    Functional Outcomes in a Client with Hemiglossectomy and Segmental Mandibulectomy: A Case Report

    By Girish K S, Thejaswini M.R, Surabhi M.Y

    Abstract: Glossectomy and mandibulectomy are one of the most common surgical procedures carried out to remove oral tumors. To date, only a few studies have been published regarding the functional outcomes in an individual who have undergone both glossectomy and mandibulectomy. It is important to document detailed changes in speech subsystems, swallowing, and QoL. As a result, the current study focuses on the nature of speech impairment, swallowing difficulties, and quality …

    Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article

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    Functional Outcomes of an Individual with Partial Glossectomy: A Case Report

    By Girish K S, Divya V., Vinod D.

    Abstract: Individuals with Glossectomy experience life-altering deficits resulting in a severe speech and swallowing problems that significantly impact their quality of life (QoL). It is crucial to document changes in speech subsystems, swallowing, and QoL in individuals with glossectomy. This knowledge is often used for rehabilitation, employment, participation in the community, and to inform the role of family members in the betterment of the patient. To date, very few studies have …

    Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 10–16 Read article

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    Dysarthria and Dysphagia in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Case Study

    By Theaja Kuriakose, Girish K S

    Abstract: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is the most common motor neuron disease affecting the bulbar, limb and respiratory muscles. ALS is generally characterized by progressive degeneration of both upper motor neuron (UMN) and lower motor neuron (LMN) dysfunction leading to a ‘mixed’ spastic-flaccid dysarthria. To date, only a few studies have been published regarding the nature of speech characteristics and dysphagia during the developmental course of ALS. The present study highlighted …

    Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 12–19 Read article

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