Successful repair of a transected phrenic nerve with restoration of diaphragmatic function

Chest. 1983 Nov;84(5):642-4. doi: 10.1378/chest.84.5.642.

Abstract

This report describes the feasibility of restoring motor function of the diaphragm by early repair of a transected phrenic nerve, and discusses causes and consequences of phrenic nerve damage.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Diaphragm / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Phrenic Nerve / injuries
  • Phrenic Nerve / surgery*
  • Radiography
  • Respiratory Paralysis / diagnostic imaging
  • Respiratory Paralysis / etiology
  • Respiratory Paralysis / surgery*
  • Wounds, Stab / complications