Frontiers

Ultrasound analysis of hemidiaphragm function in case of pleural effusion

Background: Diaphragm dysfunction is frequently observed in patients with pleural effusion. The aim of the study was to determine the criteria for estimating the impact of pleural fluid on diaphragm ...
Europe PMC

Thoracic Mobilization and Respiratory Muscle Endurance Training Improve Diaphragm Thickness and Respiratory Function in Patients with a History of COVID-19

Common COVID-19 infection symptoms include cough, fever (37.5 °C or higher), fatigue, and shortness of breath, while other reported symptoms include weakness, malaria, respiratory distress, muscle ...
Europe PMC

Thoracic manifestations and respiratory function alterations in axial spondyloarthritis and newest possibilities of ultrasound to detect changes in diaphragm-a narrative review.

Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) includes thoracic manifestations and changes in respiratory function that require a comprehensive understanding for effective treatment. This review aims to investigate ...
IEEE

Motility Analysis of Diaphragm in Patients With Chronic Pulmonary Lung Disease Based on Computed Tomography Technique

Abstract: The diaphragm plays a crucial role in respiration, and diaphragm dysfunction is common in COPD, contributing to worsening symptoms and higher mortality rates. Many methods have been ...
Too Old to Operate

Diaphragm Dysfunction in Pleural Effusion Assessed by Ultrasound

The following is a summary of “Ultrasound analysis of hemidiaphragm function in case of pleural effusion,” published in the January 2025 issue of Pulmonology by Boussuges et al. Researchers conducted ...