Steps to take before the procedure
At the first stage, a clinical investigation of the muscle is done to investigate the appropriate treatment to be given to the patient. Chest radiography is done to discover the presence of diaphragmatic paralysis. The doctor will also observe muscle weakness. Prior to the surgery, the patient has to go through several tests for the doctor to evaluate the condition thoroughly, and to identify any associated anomalies.
What happens during the procedure?
The patient is given general anaesthesia and is then positioned for the procedure. This surgery is done using a laparoscope or through the Thoracoscopic approach. In this procedure, multiple folds are created in the diaphragm. They are stitched together, to reduce the mobilisation of the paralysed portion of the diaphragm.
After the surgery
Once the procedure is done, the patient is taken to a well-equipped recovery room where he/she is monitored for any side-effects that may occur. The doctor may run several tests such as chest X-rays to evaluate the success of the surgery.