Table 1 Comparison of dysphagia severity classification according to GUSS-ICU and FEES
GUSS-ICU | FEES (based on Warnecke [22]) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
0–6 Points | Severe dysphagia | 3 Points | Severe dysphagia (penetration/aspiration events with two or more consistencies) |
7 Points | Moderate dysphagia | 2 Points | Moderate dysphagia (penetration/aspiration events with one consistency) |
8–9 Points | Mild dysphagia | 1 Points | Mild dysphagia (premature spillage and/or residues, but no penetration/aspiration events) |
10 Points | No dysphagia | 0 Points | No relevant dysphagia |