Which nerve could be damaged during lung decortication resulting in paralysis or partial paralysis of the diaphragm?
A) accessory
B) hypoglossal
C) phrenic
D) vagus

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The phrenic nerve, which arises from the cervical spine, innervates the diaphragm. Damage to this nerve during lung decortication surgery can result in paralysis or partial paralysis of the diaphragm, leading to difficulty breathing. The other nerves listed (accessory, hypoglossal, vagus) do not innervate the diaphragm and are not typically involved in lung decortication surgery.

Which Nerve Could Be Damaged During Lung Decortication Resulting in Paralysis