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  • Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists (RCSLT) - Thickened fluids and aspiration pneumonia: Position Statement and paper

Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists (RCSLT) - Thickened fluids and aspiration pneumonia: Position Statement and paper

Published by: Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists

The RCSLT has developed a position statement, paper, and resources to support practitioners to understand the potential benefits and burdens associated with thickened fluids. The position paper provides an overview of the current discussions around using or not using thickened fluids. 

Access the Position Statement and Paper

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