Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) is becoming an increasingly valuable tool for assessing swallowing function in infants and children, yet many clinicians have limited exposure to the procedure and its applications. In this course, Hannah Patten, MSP, CCC-SLP, provides an overview of pediatric FEES with a special focus on infants, breastfeeding, and anomalies of the upper aerodigestive tract.
You'll learn when FEES may be indicated, what equipment, training, and procedures are required to perform pediatric FEES, and how the exam can help identify swallowing difficulties in young children. Through clinical examples and case studies, Hannah reviews common anatomical findings, discusses challenges unique to pediatric populations, and highlights the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration throughout the assessment process.
Whether you work in an acute care setting or provide ongoing therapy services in the community, this course will help you better understand FEES findings and apply that information to support clinical decision-making and treatment planning for children with dysphagia.
You'll learn when FEES may be indicated, what equipment, training, and procedures are required to perform pediatric FEES, and how the exam can help identify swallowing difficulties in young children. Through clinical examples and case studies, Hannah reviews common anatomical findings, discusses challenges unique to pediatric populations, and highlights the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration throughout the assessment process.
Whether you work in an acute care setting or provide ongoing therapy services in the community, this course will help you better understand FEES findings and apply that information to support clinical decision-making and treatment planning for children with dysphagia.
