Lobectomy patients frequently experience postoperative respiratory complications such as secretion retention, dyspnea, impaired gas exchange, and reduced lung function, which can delay recovery. Oscillatory Positive Expiratory Pressure (OPEP) devices such as Acapella and Flutter are commonly used to improve airway clearance and pulmonary function. This study aims to compare the effects of Acapella and Flutter devices on secretion clearance, dyspnea, arterial blood gases, and lung function in post-lobectomy patients.
Patients aged 35 to 54 years
Both male and female patients
Patients who have undergone lobectomy surgery
Hemodynamically stable patients
Hemodynamically unstable patients
Patients within less than 48 hours post-surgery
Presence of pneumothorax or air leak complications
Patients with recent major trauma or additional surgery