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Abstract
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a prevalent condition that poses a significant burden on individuals and society due to its high morbidity and mortality rates. The diaphragm is the main respiratory muscle, its function has a direct impact on the quality of life and prognosis of COPD patients. This article aims to review the structural measurement and functional evaluation methods through the use of diaphragmatic ultrasound and relevant research on its application in clinical practice for COPD patients. Thus, it serves to provide valuable insights for clinical monitoring of diaphragm function in COPD patients, facilitating early clinical intervention and aiding in the recovery of diaphragm function.
Acknowledgments
The authors express their gratitude to all the patients and families whose participation has contributed to the advancement of knowledge regarding COPD.
Author contributions
H.M. wrote the manuscript. All authors reviewed the literature and edited and commented on the manuscript. The final version was reviewed and approved by all authors for publication.
Disclosure statement
The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare.
Funding
This research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.