Management of Postoperative Hypoxemia
Kai Liu, J Brady Scott, Guoqiang Jing, Jie Li
Abstract
Hypoxemia is common in postoperative patients and is associated with prolonged hospital stays, high costs, and increased mortality. This review discusses the postoperative management of hypoxemia in regard to the use of conventional oxygen therapy, high-flow nasal cannula oxygen therapy, CPAP, and noninvasive ventilation. The recommendations made are based on the currently available evidence.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineHypoxemiaNasal cannulaOxygen therapyIntensive care medicineCannulaAnesthesiaVentilation (architecture)Supplemental oxygenSurgeryMechanical engineeringEngineeringRespiratory Support and MechanismsAirway Management and Intubation TechniquesNeonatal Respiratory Health Research