EVIDENCE
Evidence - Post-Operative Lung Expansion
Summary of post-operative evidence.
Finding
Adding an OPEP device to standard care reduced respiratory-related readmissions and costs in post-operative patients (real-world evidence, 2018).
Relevance
Atelectasis and retained secretions raise post-operative pulmonary complications; OPEP supports lung expansion and clearance.
Application
Pre- and post-operative airway-clearance protocols.
[REVIEW NEEDED BY: surgical and physiotherapy team]
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This platform records measurements taken by your health practitioner and readings you self-report. It does not diagnose or treat any condition. AirPhysio® is a trademark of its manufacturer; claims are limited to airway clearance and lung-expansion support. Items requiring specialist confirmation are marked for review before external use.