Strategies to reduce long-term postchemoradiation dysphagia in patients with head and neck cancer: An evidence-based review

Swallowing dysfunction following chemoradiation for head and neck cancer is a major cause of morbidity and reduced quality of life. This review discusses 3 strategies that may improve posttreatment swallowing function.The literature was assessed by a multiauthor team that produced evidence-based recommendations.(1) Prospective and randomized studies with small cohorts show a trend toward benefits for a preventative exercise program addressing...