A prospective survey of the incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications

J. A. Wightman

doi:10.1002/bjs.1800550202

February 1, 1968British journal of surgery

A prospective survey of the incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications

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Key Points

Determine the incidence and clinical presentation of postoperative pulmonary complications in patients undergoing surgical procedures.
Prospective observational survey monitoring respiratory outcomes in surgical patients during the postoperative phase.
Characterized the occurrence rate and features of respiratory complications following surgery.
Identified pulmonary complications as a notable contributor to postoperative morbidity.

Implication

Incidence data from this cohort aid risk counseling; leaves open whether preventive interventions reduce complications.

Abstract

J A K Wightman; A prospective survey of the incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications, British Journal of Surgery, Volume 55, Issue 2, 6 December 2005,

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A prospective survey of the incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications

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