Diaphragm pacing decreases hospital charges for patients with acute cervical spinal cord injury

Background Cervical spinal cord injury (CSCI) is devastating and costly. Previous research has demonstrated that diaphragm pacing (DPS) is safe and improves respiratory mechanics. This may decrease hospital stays, vent days, and costs. We hypothesized DPS implantation would facilitate liberation fro...

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Main Authors: David J Skarupa, Joseph Shiber, Marie L Crandall, Jennifer Mull, Andrew J Kerwin, Yohan Diaz Zuniga, Brian K Yorkgitis, Albert T Hsu, Firas G Madbak, David J Ebler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMJ Publishing Group 2020-12-01
Series:Trauma Surgery & Acute Care Open
Online Access:https://tsaco.bmj.com/content/5/1/e000528.full