POSTOPERATIVE COMPLICATIONS

This study tested if doing special breathing exercises before abdominal surgery could lower the number and severity of complications after the operation. 134 adults scheduled for major belly surgery were randomly assigned to do these exercises or not. The goal was to see if pre-s…

This study tested a personalized breathing machine setting during surgery to reduce lung complications in 136 elderly patients (ages 60-80) undergoing upper abdominal laparoscopic surgery. The approach aimed to improve oxygen levels and lower the risk of lung problems after surge…

This study tested a special collagen mesh (Surgicoll-Mesh®) for hernia repair in 30 adults who were at high risk for infection or had contaminated surgical areas. The goal was to see if this biologic material is safe and helps wounds heal without major complications over 8 weeks.…

This study looked at whether giving fluids (colloids or crystalloids) before general anesthesia can prevent low blood pressure and reduce complications within 30 days after non-cardiac surgery. Over 2,000 adults having elective surgery took part. The goal was to see if this simpl…

This study tested whether giving each patient a personalized blood flow target during major abdominal surgery could lower the risk of serious complications like kidney injury, heart attack, severe infections, or death within a week after surgery. Over 1,100 high-risk adults (aged…

This study looked at whether lowering the use of anticholinergic drugs—common in older adults and linked to confusion and frailty—before and after heart surgery can help patients recover better. Researchers studied 120 adults having elective coronary artery bypass surgery. They m…

This study looked at 102 children who had surgery for a heart problem present at birth. After surgery, they were placed on their stomachs with their heads raised at different angles (10°, 30°, or 45°) to see which angle best helped their heart and lungs recover. The goal was to f…

This study looked at whether using cold saline (about 32°F) instead of room-temperature saline during wisdom tooth removal can reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation afterward. Fourteen healthy adults with two impacted wisdom teeth each had one tooth removed with cold saline and…

This study tested whether using a combination of pain medicines (multimodal anesthesia) before and during major surgery leads to better recovery and satisfaction compared to using opioids alone. 240 adults having major surgery took part. The goal was to see if the multimodal appr…

This study tested how comfortable two different eye drops feel in adults with mild to moderate eye inflammation or dry eye. Each of the 40 participants received one drop of each medication, one in each eye, and rated comfort and vision impact at several time points. The goal was …

This study looked at whether special nerve blocks (SAP and PECS) could help people recover faster after open-heart surgery compared to standard pain medicine. 243 adults having coronary artery bypass grafting were randomly assigned to one of three pain control methods. The main g…

This study looked at whether taking ibuprofen for eight days after hip or knee replacement surgery is safe. Over 2,900 adults were followed for 90 days to track serious problems like heart attack, stroke, bleeding, or kidney failure. The goal was to help doctors decide if ibuprof…

This study tested whether a Post-Dental Extraction Care Kit (PDEC-kit) helps patients understand and follow care instructions better than just verbal advice. 208 adults having routine tooth extractions took part. The kit included a video, flashcards, a live demo, and a take-home …

This study looked at whether Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), a therapy that involves tapping on specific body points, can reduce death anxiety in people who have had cancer surgery. 120 adults who had oncological surgery and had no prior psychiatric issues took part. The goal …

This study compared two types of breathing tubes (Air-Q and Proseal LMA) in 97 elderly patients aged 65-90 undergoing surgery. The goal was to see which device works better and causes fewer side effects like sore throat. Researchers measured how well each tube sealed the airway a…

This study tested whether abdominal acupuncture can help the bowels start working again sooner after gynecologic laparoscopic surgery. 80 women who had a hysterectomy participated. Researchers measured the time until the first passing of gas and bowel movement to see if acupunctu…

This study tested whether watching interactive health videos could improve quality of life and speed up recovery in patients with early bowel obstruction after abdominal surgery. About 462 adults took part, with some receiving standard care and others also watching five short vid…

This study looked at 200 older adults (65+) having planned surgery for colorectal cancer. Researchers used a frailty test before surgery to see if it could predict complications like infections or longer hospital stays. The goal is to help doctors better plan care and reduce risk…

This study tested whether a special monitor, called the Hypotension Prediction Index (HPI), can help prevent dangerously low blood pressure in the recovery room after surgery. 210 adults having elective surgery took part. The HPI monitor gives an early warning, allowing doctors t…

This study followed 240 high-risk surgical patients to see if problems in the recovery room (PACU) are linked to complications in the first 72 hours after moving to a regular ward. Researchers tracked vital signs and medical events to find patterns that could help predict and pre…

This study looked at 75 women who had a planned C-section to compare two ways of managing pain afterward: a nerve block (TAP block) and local wound infiltration. The goal was to see which method helps women feel better and recover faster after surgery. Researchers measured recove…

This study looked at whether checking patients by phone before surgery leads to more cancellations than checking them in person. Researchers reviewed records of 1176 adults scheduled for non-cardiac surgery at two hospitals. The goal was to see if phone assessments are a safe and…

This study looked at whether using EEG brain-wave monitoring during general anesthesia helps doctors give the right amount of medicine. The goal was to help patients wake up faster after surgery and reduce memory or thinking problems. About 100 adults having surgery took part. Re…

This study analyzed health records from over 400,000 adults who had heart surgery to see if the sedative dexmedetomidine helped prevent problems like confusion, kidney injury, or death within 30 days. Researchers compared patients who received the drug around surgery time to thos…

This study looked at nearly 2,400 children who had planned non-heart surgeries and had mild cold symptoms before the operation. Researchers wanted to see if the COVID-19 pandemic changed the risk of complications like breathing problems or infections. The goal is to help doctors …

This study looked at 300 past liver transplant cases to understand why donor livers with fatty liver disease are more likely to be injured after transplant. Researchers used advanced genetic techniques to compare tissue samples from fatty and healthy donor livers. The goal is to …

This study looked at 44,000 adults who had general anesthesia for non-heart surgery using a supraglottic airway (a type of breathing mask). In rare cases, the mask fails and a breathing tube is needed. The researchers used artificial intelligence to see if patient information col…

This study looked at whether the usual advice to rest for 6 weeks after a C-section is really needed. 200 women were split into two groups: one followed standard rest instructions, and the other did a 10-week exercise program focusing on core strength. The goal was to see if exer…

This study looked back at medical records of 239 patients aged 65 and older who had major abdominal surgery. The goal was to find out what factors make lung complications like pneumonia more likely after surgery. By identifying these risks, doctors may be able to better prevent b…

This study looked at 8,751 older adults (65+) to see how their health and daily function before surgery affected their risk of heart and brain problems within 30 days after. Researchers used data from a large database and compared different health check tools. The goal was to fin…

This study reviewed medical records of 901 infants who had surgery for a narrowed aorta (coarctation) before their first birthday. Researchers wanted to find out how many later developed high blood pressure or a re-narrowing of the aorta. The goal was to better understand long-te…

This study looked at how doctors prescribe sugammadex, a drug that reverses muscle relaxants given during surgery. Over 6,400 adults having planned surgeries were observed for 24 hours after receiving the drug. The goal was to see how often it is given again and how well it works…

This study looked at whether using a continuous monitoring system with nurse alerts can reduce dangerous changes in vital signs (like low oxygen or abnormal heart rate) in adults recovering from major non-cardiac surgery. 227 patients took part. The goal was to see if this approa…

This study looked at 330 older adults (65+) who had cancer surgery to see if low albumin (a protein in the blood) before surgery led to more complications, longer hospital stays, or more ICU visits. Researchers compared those with low albumin to those with normal levels. The goal…

This study tested a new way of using a breathing machine during back surgery to see if it helps protect patients' lungs. 72 adults having lumbar stabilization surgery were randomly assigned to either the new method (which adjusts breathing based on real-time lung stiffness) or st…

This study tested whether using 50% or 100% oxygen during breathing tube removal after surgery helps prevent oxygen drops. 119 adults having general anesthesia took part. The goal was to find the safest oxygen level for recovery.

This study tested whether a combined breathing test can predict if a patient needs more fluids right after heart surgery. 90 adults on ventilators after heart surgery were included. The goal was to see if this test could help doctors avoid giving too much or too little fluid, whi…

This study looked at whether using very gentle breaths during heart-lung bypass surgery can help prevent kidney damage afterward. Researchers measured kidney blood flow with ultrasound in 60 adults having planned heart surgery. The goal was to see if this breathing method keeps k…

This study looked at 393 older adults (65+) who were in the ICU after surgery. Researchers checked their frailty, ability to do daily tasks, and routine lab tests to see if these could predict who might die in the ICU. The goal was to find simple tools to help doctors identify hi…

This study reviewed 148 patients who had thigh bone or hip replacement-related fracture surgery using metal wires (cerclage) to hold bone pieces together. Researchers found that using more wires was linked to a higher chance of deep infections and prolonged wound drainage. The fi…

This study looked at 32 adults who had heart surgery to see if a liver ultrasound could detect right-sided heart dysfunction. The researchers measured blood flow in the liver's portal vein and compared it to standard heart function tests. The goal was to find a simpler way to pre…

This study looked at whether a lung ultrasound score can predict if older patients (65+) will have trouble breathing after their breathing tube is removed following surgery. Researchers followed 130 patients and checked for the need for extra breathing support within 48 hours. Th…

This study checked if a simple risk model (ExCARE) can accurately predict death within 30 days after non-cardiac surgery. Researchers looked at 3,000 adults having elective or emergency surgery at a Brazilian hospital. No treatments were given—the goal was to see if the model wor…

This study looked at whether continuously monitoring blood pressure during surgery helps prevent heart and kidney damage after the operation, compared to taking blood pressure readings every few minutes. Over 1,200 adults having non-cardiac surgery took part. The goal was to see …

This study tested whether a tool called the ARISCAT score can predict lung complications (like pneumonia or collapsed lung) after major abdominal cancer surgery. Researchers followed 410 adults who had surgery under general anesthesia. The goal was to see if the score could help …

This study looked at 100 patients aged 80 and older who had major abdominal surgery. Researchers wanted to see if frailty and certain lab tests could predict who would survive the first 30 days after surgery. The goal is to help doctors better identify high-risk patients and impr…

This study tested whether using positive pressure (extra air) when removing a breathing tube after abdominal surgery can prevent oxygen levels from dropping. 264 adults having planned abdominal surgery took part. The goal was to see if this technique reduces low oxygen episodes c…