Multi-view ultrasound for diaphragm monitoring and cough strength estimation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The current extubation process for mechanical ventilation is subjective and imprecise, as it lacks insight into respiratory muscle function. Ultrasound imaging has become an insightful technique to investigate diaphragmatic function, but common techniques have limitations in terms of repeatability and automation. We aim to develop a wearable ultrasound system to automatically quantify diaphragm movement from intercostal and subcostal views. We focus on diaphragm monitoring and cough strength estimation.

Methods

The proposed system consists of angle-free probes, a tracking algorithm, and a downstream algorithm. The probe allows for rapid setup and automatic diaphragm positioning. To provide real-time monitoring, we proposed a diaphragm tracking algorithm, which is

SUBMITTER: Song Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12606270 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature