ArticleJournal of cardiovascular development and disease2023
Towards Zero Phrenic Nerve Injury in Reoperative Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: The Value of Intraoperative Phrenic Nerve Stimulation.
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Abstract
backgroundPhrenic nerve injury is a devastating complication that results in significant morbidity and mortality. We developed a novel technique to localize the phrenic nerve and evaluate its success.
methodsTwo groups of children underwent repeat sternotomy for a variety of indications. Group I (69 patients, nerve stimulator) and Group II (78 patients, no nerve stimulator).
resultsThere was no significant difference in the mean age and weight between the two groups: (6.4 ± 6.5 years vs. 5.6 ± 6.4 years;
conclusionPhrenic nerve injury in children continues to be associated with significant morbidities and increased length of stay. The use of intraoperative phrenic nerve stimulator can be an effective way to localize the phrenic nerve and avoid its injury.
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