ISSN: 2155-6148
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Alhazar Berhe
Ethiopia
Research Article
Postoperative Pulmonary Complications and Associated Factors among Surgical Patients
Author(s): Zewditu Abdissa Denu, Mensur Osman Yasin, Tadesse Belayneh Melekie and Alhazar BerheZewditu Abdissa Denu, Mensur Osman Yasin, Tadesse Belayneh Melekie and Alhazar Berhe
Introduction: Postoperative complications, although other complications may occur, involving the respiratory tract is the most frequent one that contribute to the greatest peri operative morbidity and mortality. The occurrence of postoperative pulmonary complications varies depending on the clinical treatment setting, the kind of surgery and the definition used.
Objective: The aim of this study was to determine morbidity and mortality rate from postoperative pulmonary complications and factors associated among surgical patients that were operated in Gondar University Hospital from January to April 30, 2013.
Methods: Observational prospective study was conducted to assess postoperative pulmonary complications (PPC) among surgical patients in Gondar University Hospital. 405 patients were included in this study using .. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2155-6148.1000554