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. 2007 Aug;27(4):200–207.

Table IX. FEES: information for the logopedist.

Information Event Endoscope
Adequacy of the oral phase Premature spillage High position
Subjective perception of the bolus Pooling in vallecule (hypopharynx) High position
Site trigger Pre-swallowing Inhalation High position
Glottic closure Intra-swallowing Inhalation Low position
Site, amount and management of the pooling Post-swallowing Inhalation High position
Effectiveness of manoeuvres and postures Protection for the low respiratory tract High position