Diaphragm excursion and diaphragm thickening fraction: commonality and conflict

We read with great interest the recent article by Poddighe et al. [1], which significantly improves our understanding of respiratory muscle function evaluation and its treatment strategies. We wish to share additional considerations that may further enhance the utility of diaphragmatic ultrasound. D...

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Published inEuropean respiratory review Vol. 34; no. 176; p. 240285
Main Authors Zhao, Haotian, Liu, Kai, Yan, Yaru, Muhetaer, Yaxiaerjiang, Li, Li
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England European Respiratory Society 01.04.2025
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ISSN0905-9180
1600-0617
1600-0617
DOI10.1183/16000617.0285-2024

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Summary:We read with great interest the recent article by Poddighe et al. [1], which significantly improves our understanding of respiratory muscle function evaluation and its treatment strategies. We wish to share additional considerations that may further enhance the utility of diaphragmatic ultrasound. Diaphragm excursion (DE) and diaphragm thickening fraction (DTF) are complementary but distinct parameters. There may be conflict between increased DTF with decreased DE and increased DE with decreased DTF in two specific clinical scenarios. https://bit.ly/4hzA4Xn
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ISSN:0905-9180
1600-0617
1600-0617
DOI:10.1183/16000617.0285-2024