POSTOPERATIVE COMPLICATIONS

This study tested a new way to set the breathing machine during back surgery. Instead of using standard settings, doctors adjusted the machine based on how stiff the patient's lungs were. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce lung problems after surgery. The study inv…

This study tested a special mesh made from high-purity collagen for hernia repair in 30 patients at high risk of complications, such as those with diabetes or infections. The mesh is designed to be absorbed by the body and help tissue heal naturally. Researchers tracked safety an…

This study tested whether 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 took part. They practiced breathing with a device to strengthen their breath…

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 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 two ways to manage pain after a planned C-section: a nerve block (TAP block) and injecting pain medicine into the wound. 75 women took part. The goal was to see which method helps mothers feel better and recover more quickly after surgery.

This study tested whether using a combination of pain medicines (multimodal anesthesia) during major surgery helps patients feel better and recover more comfortably compared to using opioids alone. 240 adults having major surgery took part. The goal was to see if the multimodal a…

This study tested whether adding interactive videos to standard care improves quality of life and recovery in patients with bowel blockage after abdominal surgery. About 462 patients took part. The videos covered disease knowledge, exercises, and diet tips. Researchers measured q…

This study tested whether using cold saline (0-4°C) instead of room-temperature saline during wisdom tooth removal reduces pain, swelling, and jaw stiffness. Fourteen healthy adults with two impacted wisdom teeth had one tooth removed with cold saline and the other with room-temp…

This study looked at whether the usual advice to rest for 6 weeks after a C-section is really needed. 200 women were randomly assigned to either follow standard activity restrictions or start a gentle 10-week exercise program. The goal was to see if exercise could improve overall…

This study looked at two types of nerve blocks (SAP and PECS) to control pain after coronary artery bypass surgery. 243 adults having open heart surgery were randomly assigned to receive one of these blocks or standard pain medicine. The main goal was to see if the blocks helped …

This study tested how comfortable two different eye drops feel in adults with mild to moderate eye inflammation or dry eye. Each person received one drop of each medicine, one in each eye, and rated comfort and vision impact at 30 seconds, 5 minutes, and 10 minutes. The goal was …

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 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 using very low volume breaths during heart-lung bypass surgery could help protect kidney function. Sixty adults having elective heart bypass were split into two groups: one received low tidal volume ventilation, the other had no breaths (apnea). Research…

This study analyzed data from 100 patients aged 80 and older who had major abdominal surgery. Researchers looked at frailty scores and blood markers to see if they could predict who would die within 30 days after surgery. The goal is to improve how doctors assess risk in very eld…

This study looked at whether using continuous non-invasive blood pressure monitoring during surgery could reduce the risk of organ failure after surgery, compared to standard intermittent monitoring. Over 1,200 adults having non-cardiac surgery took part. The main focus was on pr…

This study reviewed the medical records of 239 patients aged 65 and older who had major abdominal surgery. The goal was to find out what factors increase the risk of lung complications like pneumonia or respiratory failure after surgery. By understanding these risks, doctors may …

This study looked at nearly 2,400 children who had mild cold symptoms before planned non-heart surgery. Researchers wanted to see if the COVID-19 pandemic changed the risks of complications during and after surgery. The goal is to help doctors decide the safest time to operate on…

This study looked at 44,000 adults who had general anesthesia for non-heart surgeries using a supraglottic airway device (a type of breathing mask). The goal was to use artificial intelligence to predict, before surgery, which patients might need an emergency switch to a breathin…

This study followed 240 high-risk surgery patients to see if health problems in the recovery room (PACU) are linked to complications in the regular hospital ward within 72 hours. Researchers tracked vital signs and serious medical events. The goal is to help doctors identify at-r…

This study reviewed medical records of 901 infants who had surgery for aortic coarctation (a narrowed aorta) before age one. Researchers wanted to find out how many later developed high blood pressure or re-narrowing of the aorta. The goal is to better understand these risks and …

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 and compared it to standard heart function tests. The goal was to find a simpler way to spot complication…

This study tested whether a breathing test can help doctors decide if patients need more fluids after heart surgery. 90 adults on breathing machines were included. The goal was to see if the test could accurately predict who would benefit from extra fluids, avoiding fluid overloa…

This study tested whether giving 50% or 100% oxygen before removing a breathing tube after anesthesia leads to fewer drops in oxygen levels. 119 patients were monitored after surgery. The goal is to find the safest oxygen setting to prevent breathing problems during recovery.

This study looked at 393 older adults (65+) who went to the intensive care unit after surgery. Researchers checked their frailty level, ability to do daily tasks, and routine blood tests when they arrived. The goal was to see if these simple measures could predict who might die i…

This study tested whether removing a breathing tube with extra air pressure (positive pressure) could prevent oxygen levels from dropping after abdominal surgery. Researchers compared two positive pressure methods to the standard method in 264 adults. The goal was to see which te…

This study looked at 130 elderly surgery patients to see if a lung ultrasound score could predict whether they would need breathing support again after their breathing tube was removed. The goal was to find better ways to avoid complications like pneumonia or the need for a new b…

This study looked at 330 older adults (65+) who had cancer surgery to see if low albumin levels before surgery led to more complications. Researchers compared patients with low albumin to those with normal levels, tracking problems like infections, hospital stay length, and ICU n…

This study checked if a simple risk model (ExCARE) can accurately predict which patients might die within 30 days after non-cardiac surgery. Researchers looked at 3,000 adults having elective or emergency surgery at a Brazilian hospital. No treatments or changes to care were give…

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 …