Can we influence the quality of life of patients with presbyesophagus?
Authors:
Kurašová Jitka 1; Šeborová Tereza 1; Falt Přemysl 1; Fluksová Jana 2
Authors‘ workplace:
II. interní klinika – gastroenterologická a geriatrická, Lékařská fakulta, Univerzita Palackého, Olomouc, Fakultní nemocnice, Olomouc
1; Lékárna, oddělení klinické farmacie, Fakultní nemocnice Olomouc
2
Published in:
Geriatrie a Gerontologie 2024, 13, č. 4: 222-224
Category:
doi:
https://doi.org/10.61568/geri/50-6431/20241226/139528
Overview
This case report presents a 97-year-old man admitted for treatment following a sudden episode of dyspnea and a chronic cough persisting for several months, accompanied by swallowing difficulties. A thorough assessment was conducted, including internal and gastroenterological evaluations. After identifying the underlying cause, adjustments were made to his medication and lifestyle regimen, resulting in the restoration of adequate oral intake. The patient was subsequently discharged home without requiring any additional invasive nutritional interventions.
Keywords:
presbyesophagus, dyspnea, dysphagia, nutrition
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Korespondenční adresa: MUDr. Jitka Kurašová II. interní klinika – gastroenterologická a geriatrická Lékařské fakulty Univerzity Palackého v Olomouci a Fakultní nemocnice Olomouc Zdravotníků 248/7 779 00 Olomouc e-mail: jitka.kurasova@fnol.cz |
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