Diaphragmatic paralysis: management
Evidence-based neurology checklist on diaphragmatic paralysis: management: Imaging investigations Chest X-ray: this shows an elevated diaphragm Fluoroscopy of diaphragm Lung function tests Sniff test Diaphragmatic electromyogram (EMG) Phrenic pacing: indications Precautions Other treatments
Imaging investigations
- Chest X-ray: this shows an elevated diaphragm
- Fluoroscopy of diaphragm
Lung function tests
Sniff test
Diaphragmatic electromyogram (EMG)
Phrenic pacing: indications
Precautions
Other treatments
References
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