The physiotherapy management of patients undergoing abdominal surgery

Examines the evidence investigating the effectiveness of physiotherapy interventions for postoperative complications following abdominal surgery, such as postoperative pulmonary complications (PPC), prolonged postoperative ileus and the sequelae of prolonged immobility. Applies this evidence to contemporary surgical practices. Outlines recommendations for practice and research. Source: National Library of New Zealand Te Puna Matauranga o Aotearoa, licensed by the Department of Internal Affairs for re-use under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 New Zealand Licence.