Characteristics, predictors, and management of post-extubation dysphagia in critically Ill children: a scoping review - Report - MDSpire

Characteristics, predictors, and management of post-extubation dysphagia in critically Ill children: a scoping review

  • By

  • Yaokang Xue

  • Baorong Zhang

  • Xiaoshuang Zhao

  • Lili Hu

  • Liting Ju

  • Hairui Sun

  • Dan Zhang

  • Jiping Zhang

  • Yuxuan Yang

  • Ruixin Guan

  • June 15, 2026

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Clinical Report: Exploring Features and Treatment of Post-Extubation Dysphagia

Overview

Expand on the implications of methodological heterogeneity on clinical practice.

Background

Post-extubation dysphagia is a serious complication that can lead to aspiration, malnutrition, and extended hospital stays in critically ill children. Despite its high incidence, there is a lack of pediatric-specific assessment tools and standardized management pathways. Understanding the predictors and treatment approaches for PED is crucial for improving patient outcomes in pediatric intensive care units.

Data Highlights

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Key Findings

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Clinical Implications

Detail the roles of different healthcare professionals in a multidisciplinary approach.

Conclusion

The findings underscore the urgent need for standardized diagnostic and management protocols for post-extubation dysphagia in pediatric patients. Addressing the methodological gaps in current research is essential for improving clinical outcomes.

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  4. Intensive Care Medicine, 2020 -- Approaches to Managing Oropharyngeal Dysphagia in Acute and Critical Care Settings: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  5. Frontiers, 2026 -- Characteristics, Predictors, and Management of Post-Extubation Dysphagia in Critically Ill Children: A Scoping Review
  6. PubMed, 2023 -- Incidence of post-extubation dysphagia among critical care patients undergoing orotracheal intubation: a systematic review and meta-analysis
  7. Frontiers, 2025 -- Videofluoroscopic swallowing study predicts clinical outcomes in critically Ill children with dysphagia: a retrospective observational study
  8. Frontiers | Characteristics, Predictors, and Management of Post-Extubation Dysphagia in Critically Ill Children: A Scoping Review
  9. Incidence of post-extubation dysphagia among critical care patients undergoing orotracheal intubation: a systematic review and meta-analysis - PubMed
  10. Videofluoroscopic swallowing study predicts clinical outcomes in critically Ill children with dysphagia: a retrospective observational study

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