Abstract
Postoperative respiratory complications account for a preponderance of morbidity and mortality in the postoperative period. These complications constitute a wide range of disorders; accordingly, preoperative identification of risks factors for respiratory complications allows preoperative intensification of outpatient treatment regimens in the higher risk patient groups.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 233-241 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Problems in Anesthesia |
Volume | 12 |
Issue number | 3 |
State | Published - Jan 1 2000 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine