Hemi-Diaphragm Plication and/or Tracheostomy Are Valuable Adjunctive Procedures After Repair of Congenital Heart Defects in Children: A Systematic Review
Vishal V Bhende,
Tanishq S Sharma,
Mathangi Krishnakumar
et al.
Abstract:Diaphragmatic paralysis (DP), whether unilateral or bilateral, often leads to extended recovery and more severe complications, particularly in neonates and infants undergoing congenital heart surgery. This condition's impact is most pronounced after single-ventricle palliative procedures. Tracheostomy prevalence is rising in pediatric patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) despite its association with high resource utilization and in-hospital mortality. This study examines the reported incidence of diaph… Show more
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