Risk factors for postoperative respiratory complications following retroperitoneal laparoscopic adrenalectomy: a cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Retroperitoneal laparoscopic adrenalectomy (RLA) is a minimally invasive technique known for its benefits, including reduced pain and quicker recovery. Despite these advantages, respiratory complications remain a notable concern, highlighting the importance of identifying risk factors to enhance perioperative care. This study aimed to explore the determinants of respiratory complications following RLA.

Methods

A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 569 patients who underwent RLA for adrenal lesions in the Department of Urology at Beijing Anzhen Hospital from January 2012 to December 2021. The data collected included age, sex, body mass index (BMI), American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score, operative time, estimated intraoperative b

SUBMITTER: Wu C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11826248 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature