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Toronto Bedside Swallowing Screening Test (TOR-BSST) - A Bedside Swallowing Screening for Stroke Patients

Launched by UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK, TORONTO · Aug 30, 2005

Trial Information

Current as of May 03, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Cerebrovascular Accident Deglutition Disorders Stroke Dysphagia Screening

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Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • patients with a new diagnosis of brainstem or cerebellar stroke
  • patients with a new diagnosis of cortical stroke with NIH Stroke Scale score of 4 or above
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • patients with a previous history of stroke with dysphagia
  • patients with a confirmed history of Parkinson's, Parkinsonian Syndrome, ALS, MSA, MS, dementia, or other neurodegenerative disease
  • patients with a history of cranial neurosurgery
  • patients with a known previous or current oropharyngeal dysphagia due to structural or neurological cause
  • patients with active COPD or current pneumonia

About University Health Network, Toronto

University Health Network (UHN), based in Toronto, is a leading academic health sciences center dedicated to advancing patient care through innovative research and education. As a prominent sponsor of clinical trials, UHN integrates cutting-edge scientific discoveries with clinical practice, facilitating the development of new therapies and treatment modalities. With a commitment to improving health outcomes, UHN collaborates with a diverse network of researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry partners, fostering an environment that prioritizes patient safety and ethical standards in clinical research. Through its extensive resources and expertise, UHN plays a pivotal role in transforming healthcare and enhancing the quality of life for patients both locally and globally.

Locations

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

London, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Rosemary Martino, PhD

Principal Investigator

University of Toronto

Nicholas E Diamant, MD

Principal Investigator

University Health Network, Toronto

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

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