Ahmed Gamal Ahmed Foad

Effects of transcutaneous electrical diaphragmatic stimulation on diaphragmatic function and clinical outcomes in severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbations: a randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background Diaphragmatic dysfunction plays a central role in respiratory failure during acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Transcutaneous electrical diaphragmatic stimulation (TEDS) has emerged as a potential modality to enhance respirat...