Incentive spirometry and positive expiratory pressure improve ventilation and recruitment in postoperative recovery: A randomized crossover study
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DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2018.1443185
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction: Impairment of global and regional pulmonary ventilations is a well-known consequence of general anesthesia. Positive expiratory pressure (PEP) or incentive spirometry (IS) is commonly prescribed, albeit their efficacy is poorly demonstrated. The aim… read more here.
Keywords: ventilation; recruitment; incentive spirometry; ventilation recruitment ... See more keywords