Pathogenesis of Postoperative lung collapse 1- Lack of pre-anaesthetic medications with bad preparation of patients. 2- General anaesthesia in presence of chest infection. 3- Neglected suction of chest secretions during and after operations. 4- Inability to cough properly after surgery in painful conditions. Clinical picture of Postoperative lung collapse SymptomsSudden onset of Postoperative Dyspnea, Cough, wheezy chest Signs : discussed before Here Treatment of Postoperative lung collapse • Prophylactic : See Here • Active treatment: As above + postural drainage to remove the secretions . Post-operative Lung complications Source : Postoperative lung collapse Pathogenesis, symptoms, signs and treatment
