Ultrasound and non-ultrasound imaging techniques in the assessment of diaphragmatic dysfunction

Ultrasound and non-ultrasound imaging techniques in the assessment of diaphragmatic dysfunction

Abstract Diaphragm muscle dysfunction is increasingly recognized as an important element of several diseases including neuromuscular disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and diaphragm dysfunction in critically ill patients. Functional evaluation of the diaphragm is challenging. Use of voli...

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Main Authors: Franco A. Laghi, Marina Saad, Hameeda Shaikh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-03-01
Series:BMC Pulmonary Medicine
Subjects:
Diaphragm dysfunction
Ultrasound imaging
Static imaging techniques
Dynamic imaging techniques
Phrenic nerve
Mechanical ventilation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12890-021-01441-6

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