title: Electrical activation of the diaphragm.
abstract: The physiology of electrical activation of the diaphragm is reviewed, with emphasis upon the respiratory mechanics of the diaphragm and its action upon other respiratory structures. The application of diaphragm pacing is discussed in terms of candidate selection, evaluation, and its future as a treatment modality for respiratory insufficiency.
authors.affiliation: Pulmonary Treatment Center, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Ohio.
authors.forename: M L
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: Nochomovitz
authors.forename: D K
authors.initials: DK
authors.lastname: Peterson
authors.forename: T A
authors.initials: TA
authors.lastname: Stellato
mesh_terms: D003964:Diaphragm / Q000502:physiology*; D004599:Electric Stimulation Therapy; D006801:Humans; D008173:Lung Diseases, Obstructive / Q000628:therapy; D010791:Phrenic Nerve / Q000502:physiology*; D011782:Quadriplegia / Q000628:therapy; D012132:Respiratory Muscles / Q000502:physiology; D012133:Respiratory Paralysis / Q000628:therapy*; D012891:Sleep Apnea Syndromes / Q000628:therapy