Impact of Lung Function Prehabilitation to Postoperative Pulmonary Complications

The Impact of Lung Function Prehabilitation to Postoperative Pulmonary Complications on Patient Undergoing Upper Abdominal Surgery Treated in Intensive Care Unit: A Randomized Controlled Trial

The aim of this study is to compare the effect of lung function prehabilitation to postoperative pulmonary complications on patient undergoing upper abdominal surgery treated in intensive care unit.

Inclusion Criteria:

• adults 18 years or older
• scheduled for the upper abdominal surgery under general anesthesia with intraoperative mechanical ventilation
• possess adequate cognitive function to comprehend and follow instructions
• possess sufficient physical capacity to perform structured prehabilitation exercises
• express willingness to participate in the intervention program before surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

• pregnancy
• pre-existing severe pulmonary diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• planned laparoscopic procedures
• history of significant neuromuscular impairment (e.g: stroke)
• declined to participate