Colombo-Benkmann et al used grading scales for dysphagia and regurgitation to evaluate patients before and after surgery for a Zenker's diverticulum. These were based on scales developed by Patti et al. The authors are from the University of Munster in Germany.
Symptoms:
(1) dysphagia
(2) regurgitation
Parameter |
Finding |
Grade |
dysphagia |
none |
0 |
|
once a week or less often (occasional) |
1 |
|
more than once a week (frequent) |
2 |
|
with every meal, requiring change in diet |
3 |
|
prevents ingestion of solid foods |
4 |
regurgitation |
none |
0 |
|
occasional, associated with certain foods |
1 |
|
once a week or less |
2 |
|
more than once a week |
3 |
|
daily |
4 |
Specialty: Gastroenterology