Evidence-based research on diaphragmatic stimulation - current scientific findings and clinical studies
In this review by Ducko from 2011, the different systems of diaphragmatic pacemakers are clearly presented. A very good publication to get a general overview and to familiarize yourself with the topic.
This retrospective review by Prof. R. Onders et. al. from 2018 includes 92 patients from the years 2000 to 2017. Among other things, this study shows that early implantation of a diaphragmatic pacemaker increases the success rate. This approach is now established.
In this publication by Kerwin et. al. the effects of diaphragm stimulation on the length of hospital stay, the number of days on mechanical ventilation and the associated costs are shown.
This multicenter analysis by Prof. R. Onders et. al. shows, among other things, that a phrenic pacemaker can also be safely implanted in patients with a pacemaker.
In this paper by Prof. R. Onders, the implantation of the diaphragmatic pacemaker in unilateral or bilateral diaphragmatic dysfunction is presented and thus also shows possible applications outside the cross-section.
This paper by Prof. R. Onders presents the use of the temporary diaphragm pacemaker in patients undergoing lung transplantation. The use of the system in the prognosis of the course and prevention/therapy of VIDD is highlighted.
This paper by Prof. Kaufman reports on the prospects of success of combining a nerve transfer and the implantation of a diaphragmatic pacemaker. This also brings patients into focus in whom implantation was previously ruled out due to a lack of signal conduction.
This paper by Prof. R. Onders presents the implantation of a diaphragmatic pacemaker for dysfunctional diaphragm after cardiac surgery and the influence of implantation on the regeneration of the phrenic nerve, morbidity and mortality.
