Restoration of diaphragmatic function after diaphragm reinnervation by inferior laryngeal nerve; experimental study in rabbits

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Objectives</p> <p>To assess the possibilities of reinnervation in a paralyzed hemidiaphragm via an anastomosis between phrenic nerve and inferior laryngeal nerve in rabbits. Reinnervation of a paralyzed diaphragm could be an alternative to treat patie...

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Main Authors: de Barros Angelique, Laquerrière Annie, verin Eric, Derrey Stephane, Lacoume Yann, Fréger Pierre, Marie Jean
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-01-01
Series:Respiratory Research
Online Access:http://respiratory-research.com/content/7/1/17