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Is diaphragm plication an unusual or uncommon surgery?
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Yes: It is usually done for symptomatic eventration, an should generally be done by a thoracic surgeon with experience doing this operation thoracoscopically.
Answered 11/24/2016
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Sometimes: It is used if there is a reason such as heart trouble or breathing issues. Check with lung doc asap.
Answered 9/28/2016
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