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N De Jong - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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deterioration of olfaction and Gustation as a consequence of total laryngectomy
Laryngoscope, 1999Co-Authors: F S A M Van Dam, F J M Hilgers, G Emsbroek, F I Touw, C J Van As, N De JongAbstract:Introdution: After total laryngectomy the absence of a nasal airflow results in a decrease in olfaction and perception of flavors. Materials and Methods: Odor perception was assessed in 63 laryngectomized patients with two different olfactory tests. The methods used by patients to smell were observed during olfactory testing. Patients' judgment about their olfaction and Gustation was assessed by means of a structured questionnaire, semistructured interview, and self-rating. Results: Based on the results of the olfactory tests, patients were categorized as “smellers” and “nonsmellers.” Approximately one third of the patients were able to smell the odorous substances used in the olfactory tests. The smellers more often used a variety of methods to smell than the nonsmellers (P > .002); in most patients the method consisted of active use of facial muscles. Patients appeared well able to judge their own odor perception. Compared with the smellers, the nonsmellers judged their odor perception as worse (P > .003) and reported a more severe decrease in Gustation after the operation (P > .033). The results of this study in laryngectomized patients confirm the interrelation between olfaction and Gustation: the nonsmellers reported a poorer Gustation and a more severe decrease in Gustation and appetite than both the smellers and a reference group of elderly persons (P > .05). Patients who reported a deterioration of olfaction and Gustation tended to experience negative consequences such as the inability to smell smoke, leaking gas, or agreeable odors. Conclusion: Olfaction and odor-related flavor sensation are seriously deteriorated after total laryngectomy.
F I Touw - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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deterioration of olfaction and Gustation as a consequence of total laryngectomy
Laryngoscope, 1999Co-Authors: F S A M Van Dam, F J M Hilgers, G Emsbroek, F I Touw, C J Van As, N De JongAbstract:Introdution: After total laryngectomy the absence of a nasal airflow results in a decrease in olfaction and perception of flavors. Materials and Methods: Odor perception was assessed in 63 laryngectomized patients with two different olfactory tests. The methods used by patients to smell were observed during olfactory testing. Patients' judgment about their olfaction and Gustation was assessed by means of a structured questionnaire, semistructured interview, and self-rating. Results: Based on the results of the olfactory tests, patients were categorized as “smellers” and “nonsmellers.” Approximately one third of the patients were able to smell the odorous substances used in the olfactory tests. The smellers more often used a variety of methods to smell than the nonsmellers (P > .002); in most patients the method consisted of active use of facial muscles. Patients appeared well able to judge their own odor perception. Compared with the smellers, the nonsmellers judged their odor perception as worse (P > .003) and reported a more severe decrease in Gustation after the operation (P > .033). The results of this study in laryngectomized patients confirm the interrelation between olfaction and Gustation: the nonsmellers reported a poorer Gustation and a more severe decrease in Gustation and appetite than both the smellers and a reference group of elderly persons (P > .05). Patients who reported a deterioration of olfaction and Gustation tended to experience negative consequences such as the inability to smell smoke, leaking gas, or agreeable odors. Conclusion: Olfaction and odor-related flavor sensation are seriously deteriorated after total laryngectomy.
G Emsbroek - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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deterioration of olfaction and Gustation as a consequence of total laryngectomy
Laryngoscope, 1999Co-Authors: F S A M Van Dam, F J M Hilgers, G Emsbroek, F I Touw, C J Van As, N De JongAbstract:Introdution: After total laryngectomy the absence of a nasal airflow results in a decrease in olfaction and perception of flavors. Materials and Methods: Odor perception was assessed in 63 laryngectomized patients with two different olfactory tests. The methods used by patients to smell were observed during olfactory testing. Patients' judgment about their olfaction and Gustation was assessed by means of a structured questionnaire, semistructured interview, and self-rating. Results: Based on the results of the olfactory tests, patients were categorized as “smellers” and “nonsmellers.” Approximately one third of the patients were able to smell the odorous substances used in the olfactory tests. The smellers more often used a variety of methods to smell than the nonsmellers (P > .002); in most patients the method consisted of active use of facial muscles. Patients appeared well able to judge their own odor perception. Compared with the smellers, the nonsmellers judged their odor perception as worse (P > .003) and reported a more severe decrease in Gustation after the operation (P > .033). The results of this study in laryngectomized patients confirm the interrelation between olfaction and Gustation: the nonsmellers reported a poorer Gustation and a more severe decrease in Gustation and appetite than both the smellers and a reference group of elderly persons (P > .05). Patients who reported a deterioration of olfaction and Gustation tended to experience negative consequences such as the inability to smell smoke, leaking gas, or agreeable odors. Conclusion: Olfaction and odor-related flavor sensation are seriously deteriorated after total laryngectomy.
Irena Hocevarboltezar - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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olfaction and Gustation abilities after a total laryngectomy
Radiology and Oncology, 2014Co-Authors: Gordana Mumovic, Irena HocevarboltezarAbstract:Background. Laryngectomy affects many patient’s functions. Besides the speech and respiratory tract problems, the olfaction and Gustation problems can also influence the quality of life. The aim of the study was to find out how often different nasal problems and decreased Gustation appear after laryngectomy. Methods. One hundred and five laryngectomized patients (9 women, 96 men, aged 45-88 years) treated in two tertiary centers were included in the study. They fulfilled a questionnaire about different nasal problems, olfactory and gustatory capabilities, possible allergy and irritants in their environment, and the impact of nasal and Gustation problems on their lives’ quality. Results . The olfaction was impaired in 51.4% and even not possible in 30.5% of patients. Decreased Gustation abilities were reported in 26.7% and dysgeusia in 11.4% of patients. Almost 21% of patients were bothered by impaired gustatory ability and 50.5% of patients were affected by their loss of olfaction. Often nasal discharge was reported in 20%, often sneezing in 58.1%, and nasal itching in 33.3% of laryngectomized patients. There were no correlations between the age and the olfaction and Gustation abilities, almost no correlation between the allergy and the nasal symptoms, and a significant correlation between the olfaction and Gustation (p=0.025). Conclusions. Different nasal and gustatory problems are reported in more than 80% of laryngectomized patients. Olfaction and Gustation abilities are connected and have a substantial impact on quality of live. A rehabilitation of olfaction is thus necessary in all laryngectomized patients and must take place soon after the completed treatment.
F S A M Van Dam - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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deterioration of olfaction and Gustation as a consequence of total laryngectomy
Laryngoscope, 1999Co-Authors: F S A M Van Dam, F J M Hilgers, G Emsbroek, F I Touw, C J Van As, N De JongAbstract:Introdution: After total laryngectomy the absence of a nasal airflow results in a decrease in olfaction and perception of flavors. Materials and Methods: Odor perception was assessed in 63 laryngectomized patients with two different olfactory tests. The methods used by patients to smell were observed during olfactory testing. Patients' judgment about their olfaction and Gustation was assessed by means of a structured questionnaire, semistructured interview, and self-rating. Results: Based on the results of the olfactory tests, patients were categorized as “smellers” and “nonsmellers.” Approximately one third of the patients were able to smell the odorous substances used in the olfactory tests. The smellers more often used a variety of methods to smell than the nonsmellers (P > .002); in most patients the method consisted of active use of facial muscles. Patients appeared well able to judge their own odor perception. Compared with the smellers, the nonsmellers judged their odor perception as worse (P > .003) and reported a more severe decrease in Gustation after the operation (P > .033). The results of this study in laryngectomized patients confirm the interrelation between olfaction and Gustation: the nonsmellers reported a poorer Gustation and a more severe decrease in Gustation and appetite than both the smellers and a reference group of elderly persons (P > .05). Patients who reported a deterioration of olfaction and Gustation tended to experience negative consequences such as the inability to smell smoke, leaking gas, or agreeable odors. Conclusion: Olfaction and odor-related flavor sensation are seriously deteriorated after total laryngectomy.