Scoliosis is the most frequent spinal deformity in children. It is defined as a spine deviation of
more than 10° in the frontal plane. Neuromuscular scoliosis is associated with a …

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rapidly progressive, inflammatory
polyradiculoneuropathy with a heterogeneous presentation and pathogenesis. Diagnosis is …

Objective This study assessed the predictive value of electrical activity of the diaphragm
(EAdi) and the EAdi-derived monitoring index in the prognosis of patients with severe …

Background Management of assisted ventilation and determining the optimal timing for
discontinuation presents a significant clinical obstacle in patients affected by neuromuscular …

Background: Diaphragm movement is well correlated with inspired volume of the lung.
Dexmedetomidine (DEX) has less effect on respiratory functions than other sedatives. The …

This chapter is dedicated to the clinical presentation, diagnosis, pathophysiology, and
treatment of neuromuscular respiratory failure in the intensive care unit. Attention to the …

Difficulty in weaning from ventilators is a major challenge in rehabilitation of patients in the
critical care unit (CCU). Diaphragm dysfunction is highly prevalent among patients admitted …

Correção e condicionamento do solo, com aplicação de mistura de calcário e gesso para
crescimento da Urochloa brizantha cv. Marandu O objetivo do presente trabalho foi avaliar o …

Objective: This study assessed the predictive value of electrical activity of the diaphragm
(EAdi) and the EAdi-derived monitoring index in the outcome of patients with severe …