Abstract |
We have observed transient diaphragmatic paralysis with high alveolar to arterial oxygen partial pressure difference following radical neck surgery. Patients required supplemental oxygen for maintenance of arterial oxygenation. Patients following radical and neck surgery should be followed with chest roentgenograph to exclude pneumothorax and diaphragmatic paralysis and arterial blood gases in the immediate postoperative period.
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Authors | S S Moorthy, P S Gibbs, A M Losasso, R E Lingeman |
Journal | The Laryngoscope
(Laryngoscope)
Vol. 93
Issue 5
Pg. 642-4
(May 1983)
ISSN: 0023-852X [Print] United States |
PMID | 6843258
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Aged
- Diaphragm
(innervation)
- Head and Neck Neoplasms
(surgery)
- Humans
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Neck Dissection
(adverse effects)
- Oxygen
(blood)
- Oxygen Inhalation Therapy
- Phrenic Nerve
(injuries)
- Postoperative Complications
(therapy)
- Respiratory Paralysis
(etiology, therapy)
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