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- Curren E Giberson, Samuel H Cheshier, Lawrence R Poree, and Michael F Saulino.
- Casa Colina Hospitals and Centers for Healthcare, Pomona, CA, USA. Electronic address: cgiberson@casacolina.org.
- Neuromodulation. 2023 Apr 1; 26 (3): 490497490-497.
ObjectivesThis study aimed to evaluate the safety and applicability of treating chronic respiratory insufficiency with diaphragm pacing relative to mechanical ventilation.Materials And MethodsA literature review and analysis were conducted using the safety, appropriateness, financial neutrality, and efficacy principles.ResultsAlthough mechanical ventilation is clearly indicated in acute respiratory failure, diaphragm pacing improves life expectancy, increases quality of life, and reduces complications in patients with chronic respiratory insufficiency.ConclusionDiaphragm pacing should be given more consideration in appropriately selected patients with chronic respiratory insufficiency.Copyright © 2022 International Neuromodulation Society. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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