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Clinical Outcomes of the 64 Dysphagia Patients Enrolled in Study 2
| Variable | Cyclic Ingestion (+) (N=34) | Cyclic Ingestion (−) (N=30) | P | NNT (95%CI) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. patients with diet aspirated from the trachea | 2 | 8 | 0.022 | 5 (2-23) |
| No. patients with newly developed aspiration pneumonia | 0 | 5 | 0.013 | 6 (3-27) |
CI indicates confidence interval; NNT, number needed to treat.
