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Point of Care Ultrasound to Evaluate Diaphragmatic Function in Children Undergoing Thoracic Surgery

Point of Care Ultrasound to Evaluate Diaphragmatic Function in Children Undergoing Thoracic Surgery

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6 years and younger
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Phase N/A

Overview

In children undergoing pulmonary resection, the diaphragm function is evaluated using ultrasound before and after surgery to evaluate the incidence of diaphragm dysfunction after pulmonary resection. In addition, we examine if there is a relationship between diaphragmatic dysfunction and pulmonary complications, including postoperative lung atelectasis.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Pediatric patients under 7 years undergoing lung resection

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Asthma
  • Myopathy or neuropathy

Study details
    Diaphragm Dysfunction

NCT04400370

Seoul National University Hospital

5 August 2020

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