MedLung Talks🫁
MedLung Talks🫁
February 18, 2025 at 03:35 PM
*Algorithmic approach to diagnose Unilateral Diaphragmatic Dysfunction* *Parameters:* 1. VC < 80% predicted (and) 2. Decrease in VC> 15% or MIP <60% predicted. *Ultrasound* Diaphragmatic Fraction Thickening (TFDi) <20%. *Unilateral phrenic stimulation* shows Twitch Diaphragmatic pressure (Pdi tw) <10 cm H20. *Management* 1. Observation if asymptomatic 2. Surgical diaphragmatic plication if symptomatic or persistent. 3. NIPPV if meeting indication *#medlung Talks 🫁*
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