Detection and follow-up of diaphragmatic dysfunction and lung parenchymal changes by ultrasound in intensive care patients receiving long-term mechanical ventilation

Diaphragm dysfunction may occur as a result of MV therapy or associated with an inflammatory process, including sepsis. Assessment of diaphragmatic function by USG on admission to the intensive care unit may help to better recognize and manage diaphragmatic dysfunction. LUS provides information about the lung parenchyma as important as chest X-ray and facilitates bedside patient evaluation.