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Logistic regression analysis revealed that among the potential risk factors investigated, use of ice slush for myocardial preservation was the only independent risk factor related to phrenic nerve dysfunction (p=0.01), carrying an 8-fold higher incidence for this complication.
- Unexpected Cardiac Arrest After Cardiac Surgery
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- Phrenic Nerve Dysfunction Following Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
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- Unexpected Cardiac Arrest After Cardiac Surgery
The phrenic nerve stimulation (PNS) is a rare complication after pacemaker setting. We report a case report that describes this complication and how it can be resolved. An 88-year-old man presented himself to the emergency geriatric unit with ...
20 Αυγ 2023 · Describe the pathophysiology and various potential etiologies of phrenic nerve injury. Outline the evaluation and differential diagnoses for a patient presenting with suspected phrenic nerve injury. Summarize the possible treatment options for phrenic nerve injury based on specific etiology.
7 Νοε 2023 · Diaphragmatic pacing can be used in patients with ventilatory failure due to severe weakness or paralysis of the diaphragm as a means to eliminate or reduce the need for ventilatory support. Intact phrenic nerve function is required for effective pacing.
6 Απρ 2013 · Phrenic nerve injury is a well-recognised complication of cardiac surgery that can lead to disabling effects from diaphragmatic dysfunction, especially in children and patients with a history of chronic obstructive airway disease. Various mechanisms of injury have been recognised including hypothermia, mechanical trauma and possibly ischaemia.
21 Ιουν 2012 · We report a unique case of phrenic nerve injury and unilateral diaphragmatic paralysis secondary to pacemaker pulse generator replacement that was successfully treated with diaphragmatic plication.
19 Μαρ 2021 · Rationale: The phrenic nerve stimulation (PNS) is a rare complication after pacemaker setting. We report a case report that describes this complication and how it can be resolved.
