Are breathing exercises effective in reducing the risk of atelectasis in older adults after abdominal surgery?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18317909
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Abstract

Breathing exercises as part of physiotherapeutic interventions appear to reduce the risk of atelectasis in older adults following abdominal surgery, although their effectiveness may vary depending on the techniques used.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Respiratory Support and Mechanisms Intensive Care Unit Cognitive Disorders Cardiac Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
20 January 2026