Abstract
Diaphragmatic paralysis developed in an adult after a cardiac operation. The patient suffered from recurrent fevers and could not be weaned from mechanical ventilatory support. Diaphragmatic plication was performed and enabled rapid and sustained weaning from respiratory support.
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Aortic Valve
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Coronary Artery Bypass
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Diaphragm / surgery*
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Female
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Heart Diseases / surgery
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Heart Valve Prosthesis
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Humans
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Postoperative Complications / surgery*
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Respiratory Paralysis / etiology
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Respiratory Paralysis / surgery*
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Suture Techniques*
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Treatment Outcome
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Ventilator Weaning / methods*