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Review
. 1988 Jun;9(2):349-58.

Electrical activation of the diaphragm

M L Nochomovitz  1 , D K Peterson, T A Stellato
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  • PMID: 3292133
Review

Electrical activation of the diaphragm

M L Nochomovitz et al. Clin Chest Med. 1988 Jun.

Abstract

The physiology of electrical activation of the diaphragm is reviewed, with emphasis upon the respiratory mechanics of the diaphragm and its action upon other respiratory structures. The application of diaphragm pacing is discussed in terms of candidate selection, evaluation, and its future as a treatment modality for respiratory insufficiency.

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