Abstract:Although heart transplantation is the optimal treatment option in patients with end-stage heart failure, the pretransplantation impairments in functional capacity often persist after the surgery. Physical therapy and rehabilitation approaches are vital to prevent postoperative pulmonary complications. These therapeutics also allow for early mobilization in the immediate postoperative period, and they improve exercise capacity and muscle strength/endurance in the later stages.Keywords: Heart transplantation, pu… Show more
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