Clinical and functional outcomes associated with pulmonary complications after coronary artery bypass grafting
Altina Vitória Souza,
Raquel da Cunha Carvalho,
Daniela da Cruz Dias
et al.
Abstract:Introduction
Coronary artery bypass grafting(CABG) is a surgical treatment for coronary artery disease aiming at improving symptoms and life expectancy. Despite this, there are pulmonary and functional complications that may arise during the postoperative period due to invasive mechanical ventilation(IMV), cardiopulmonary bypass and immobility, leading to longer hospital stays.
Objective
To evaluate the clinical and functional outcomes related to p… Show more
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