The Immediate Effects of Breathing Exercises with Acapella and Incentive Spirometer on Preventing Early Pulmonary Complications Following Cabg. - A Comparitive Study

Abstract

The incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) following coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is between 30% and 60% and are the most significant contributor to morbidity, mortality, and expenses associated with the hospitalization. Chest physiotherapy is the fundamental component in post-operative physiotherapy. This study will specify the preferable technique for early prevention of postoperative pulmonary complications.