Ultrasonographic diagnosis of diaphragm paralysis in a neonate during mechanical ventilation after cardiac surgery
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DOI: 10.1017/s1047951118000197
Abstract: Abstract Diaphragm excursion method is unsuitable for diagnosis of diaphragm paralysis during positive pressure ventilation. We diagnosed diaphragm paralysis in a neonate, without interrupting positive pressure respiratory support after cardiac surgery, using the diaphragm thickness… read more here.
Keywords: diaphragm paralysis; ventilation; diaphragm; diagnosis diaphragm ... See more keywords
Plication for diaphragm paralysis after paediatric cardiac surgery: a single-centre experience.
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DOI: 10.1017/s1047951123000276
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Diaphragm paralysis is a well-known complication following surgery for CHDs, which increases morbidity, mortality, and length of hospital stay as well as costs. Herein, we present our experience with diaphragm plication following paralysis of… read more here.
Keywords: paediatric cardiac; surgery; cardiac surgery; diaphragm paralysis ... See more keywords
Respiratory failure due to diaphragm paralysis after brachial plexus injury diagnosed by point-of-care ultrasound
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2021-246923
Abstract: A man in his fifties was injured in a traffic accident and diagnosed with traumatic subarachnoid haemorrhage, liver injury, and fractures of the rib, right clavicle, right scapula and right femur. He also presented with… read more here.
Keywords: diaphragm paralysis; brachial plexus; respiratory failure; injury ... See more keywords