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Diaphragm Pacing: A Safety, Appropriateness, Financial Neutrality, and Efficacy Analysis of Treating Chronic
Curren E Giberson1, Samuel H Cheshier2, Lawrence R Poree3
1Casa Colina Hospitals and Centers for Healthcare, Pomona, CA, USA.
Objectives:
This study aimed to evaluate the safety and applicability of treating chronic respiratory insufficiency with diaphragm pacing relative to mechanical ventilation.
Materials And Methods:
A literature review and analysis were conducted using the safety, appropriateness, financial neutrality, and efficacy principles.
Results:
Although 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.
Conclusion:
Diaphragm pacing should be given more consideration in appropriately selected patients with chronic respiratory insufficiency.
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