Diaphragmatic flutter presenting as inspiratory stridor

P. J. Cvietusa; S. R. Nimmagadda; R. Wood; A. H. Liu

doi:10.1378/chest.107.3.872

Diaphragmatic flutter presenting as inspiratory stridor

P. J. Cvietusa, S. R. Nimmagadda, R. Wood, A. H. Liu^*

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Abstract

Diaphragmatic flutter is a rarely reported disorder in which the diaphragm involuntarily contracts at a rapid rate. We report a unique case in which diaphragmatic flutter was associated with inspiratory stridor and was severely disabling. A new approach to the treatment of this condition, phrenic nerve crush, provided an optimal outcome, with resolution of symptoms and the return of normal diaphragmatic function. Pathophysiology and treatment of this condition are discussed.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	872-875
Number of pages	4
Journal	CHEST
Volume	107
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1378/chest.107.3.872
State	Published - 1995
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

diaphragm
flutter
hiccups
myoclonus
nerve crush
phrenic nerve
respiratory dysfunction
singultus
stridor
vocal cord dysfunction

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
Critical Care and Intensive Care Medicine
Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

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