Table I.
Functional Outcome Swallowing Scale (FOSS)7
| Stage | Symptoms |
|---|---|
| 0 | Normal function and asymptomatic. |
| 1 | Normal function with episodic or daily symptoms of dysphagia. |
| 2 | Compensated abnormal function manifested by considerable dietary modifications or prolonged mealtime (without weight loss or aspiration). |
| 3 | Decompensated abnormal function with weight loss of 10% of body weight over 6 months owing to dysphagia; or daily cough, gagging, or aspiration during meals. |
| 4 | Severely decompensated abnormal function with weight loss of 10% of body weight over 6 months owing to dysphagia; or severe aspiration with bronchopulmonary complications. Non-oral feeding for most nutrition. |
| 5 | Non-oral feeding for all nutrition. |