Table 3 Comparison of the DOSS score and different components of the digital fluoroscopic evaluation between pre- and post-treatment in group B
From: Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS): its effect on improving dysphagia in stroke patients
Variables | Pre | Post | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
Median (range) | Median (range) | ||
DOSS score | 2 (1–3) | 2 (1–5) | 0.773 |
Oral transportation time | 36 (7–55) | 40.50 (7–56) | 0.116 |
| Â | Frequency (percent) | Frequency (percent) | Â |
Positive laryngeal elevation | 5 (25%) | 5 (25%) | 1 |
Positive hyoid elevation | 5 (25%) | 5 (25%) | 1 |
Esophageal sphincter spasm | 14 (70%) | 17 (85%) | 0.453 |
Positive aspiration | 16 (80%) | 17(85%) | 1 |