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diaphragm

[dahy-uh-fram] / ˈdaɪ əˌfræm /




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After the operation, doctors will assess whether Bolsonaro can undergo an additional procedure: blockage of the phrenic nerve, which controls the diaphragm, for recurrent hiccups, Birolini said.

From Barron's • Dec. 25, 2025

"Basically, he had a hole in his diaphragm which meant some of his organs had risen to his chest cavity, and they were pressing against his lungs so his lungs couldn't develop properly," Maddie said.

From BBC • Dec. 23, 2025

Typical features include frequent deep sighs, rapid breathing, forceful exhalation from the abdomen, or chest breathing without proper diaphragm use, which prevents the lungs from fully expanding.

From Science Daily • Nov. 10, 2025

For example, “Pinky could conclude only that the strength of the floor diaphragm where the trench headers bisected the slab was inadequate.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

Rishi felt something hot pressing its weight against his diaphragm.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon




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