Water is used in the following consistencies: Thin, Nectar, Honey. A thickening agent is used to achieve nectar-thick and honey-thick textures. Then a barium contrast is added.
Yes it can. A Modified Barium Swallow is usually done by a qualified Radiologist and Speech Pathologist and it includes watching a patient eat and drink a variety of consistancies. The food items are...
A MBS is done to a patient that has had a stroke/CVA to see if there is a swallowing problem. Stroke patients often have speaking problems due to cranial nerve fallout. These cranial nerves are also...