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Post cardiac surgery diaphragmatic spasm successfully treated with gabapentin
International Journal of Cardiology
|June 14, 2005
Summary
Severe respiratory issues after heart surgery were caused by diaphragmatic spasms. Gabapentin effectively treated these spasms, improving respiratory function in an 82-year-old patient.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Pulmonology
- Neurology
Background:
- Open heart surgery can lead to various complications.
- Post-operative respiratory impairment is a significant concern.
Observation:
- An 82-year-old female patient experienced severe respiratory distress post-cardiac surgery.
- The patient developed diaphragmatic spasms following surgical pericardial drainage.
Findings:
- Diaphragmatic spasm was identified as the cause of respiratory functional impairment.
- Gabapentin administration resulted in successful resolution of the diaphragmatic spasm and improved respiratory function.
Implications:
- Gabapentin may be a viable treatment option for post-surgical diaphragmatic spasms.
- This case highlights the importance of recognizing and managing rare post-operative complications.
- Further research into gabapentin's efficacy in similar cases is warranted.