Resumen
Swallowing rehabilitation in patients treated for oral cancer is a challenge. Different factors may influence these patients? swallowing function. Therefore, we aimed to identify factors related to swallowing function up to 5 years after oral cancer treatment. We found that patients who are older at diagnosis, women, and patients who regularly consume alcohol before their treatment may have poorer swallow functioning after oral cancer treatment. Patients that fit these criteria should have their swallowing evaluated during clinical follow-ups and sent to swallowing therapy when needed. During this therapy, optimizing tongue function needs attention to maintain an optimal swallowing function.