Influence of Upper Abdominal Surgery and Lower Abdominal Surgery on Early Postoperative Hypoxemia in Adults Undergoing Elective Surgery - A Comparative Study

Abstract

Postoperative hypoxemia is common complication in early postoperative period. Upper abdominal surgery significantly impairs the respiratory mechanics for ventilation resulting in hypoxemia. Aim and Objectives: To observe the incidence, severity and duration of early postoperative hypoxemia in adults undergoing elective upper and lower abdominal surgeries. Material and Methods: This study was conducted in 50 patients of 20- 50 years, posted for various abdominal surgeries, SPO levels were recorded 2 for all the patients when breathing room air, in the recovery room by pulse oximeter.