Dysphagia
Conditions
Keywords
dysphagia, diet, elderly subjects
Brief summary
The aim of the MoDiet study is to evaluate the usefulness of the GourMed© prepackaged diet in guaranteeing a safe, compliant and effective diet satisfying the nutritional needs of the elderly dysphagic patient.
Detailed description
The objective of the MoDiet study is to evaluate the usefulness of the GourMed© (MedicAir Food srl, Milano, Italy) prepackaged diet in guaranteeing a safe, compliant and effective diet satisfying the nutritional needs of the elderly dysphagic patient.
Interventions
patients receive GourMed© meal as lunch for 7 consecutive days
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* age 65 years and over * Gugging Swallowing Screen ranging 10-20;
Exclusion criteria
* known or suspected intolerance to any ingredient * taking other prepackaged products for dysphagia * creatinine ≥1,5 mg/dl
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| safety of GourMed© meal | during each GourMed© meal (up to day 7) | The safety of GourMed© meal is monitoring by the registration of the following events: * Appearance of coughing and/or changes in the tone of voice immediately after or within 1-2 minutes of swallowing a bite; * Spill of food from the nose; * Prolonged management of the bolus in the oral cavity * Appearance of red or cyanotic color on the face * Occurrence of allergic skin reactions * Appearance of breathing difficulties * Onset of fever * Appearance of nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| evaluate the amount of GourMet© meal consumed | after each GourMed© meal (up to day 7) | The amount of GourMet© meal is recorded to verify that the patient's nutritional needs are met |
Countries
Italy