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Pathophysiology of Pulmonary Dysfunction after Cardiac SurgeryOnly 14 pages are availabe for public view
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Abstract
Background: Interventions aimed at decreasing pulmonary dysfunction associated with general anesthesia should begin prior to the operation and continue through the perioperative and postoperative periods. These interventions should be carried out regardless of the risk of the development of PPCs as Smoking cessation, Optimization of chronic lung conditions. Lung expansion, deep breathing and coughing, and incentive spirometry are best taught to the patient before surgery and are useful for postoperative reduction of atelectasis. Aim of the Work: This work aimed at highlighting the pulmonary dysfunction after cardiac surgery, its outcomes and management of these complications. Conclusion: Protective ventilation strategies can reduce the incidence of atelectasis (which still remains one of the principal causes of PDD) and pulmonary infections in surgical patients.