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(Chest. 1952;21:578-583.)
© 1952 American College of Chest Physicians

The Present Status of Phrenic Nerve Paralysis in the Treatment of Pulmonary Tuberculosis

HAWLEY H. SEILER M.D., M.S. (Surg.), F.C.C.P.

Temporary phrenic paralysis is occasionally indicated in certain selected cases in the modern treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis. This should only be performed following a consideration of the patient's long-range plan of therapy and possible future major surgical requirements. Permanent phrenic paralysis has very little place in the present-day treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis. However, the fact must be borne in mind that a definite percentage of attempted temporary phrenic paralyses will result in some degree of permanent impairment of diaphragmatic function.






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