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Student Project | Physiotherapy | Volume 13 Issue 9, September 2024 | Pages: 683 - 687 | India
A Comparison of Chest Expansion in Preop and Postop C-Section Subjects
Abstract: Chest expansion is a crucial indicator of respiratory function and overall pulmonary health. In the context of caesarean section (C-section) deliveries, understanding changes in chest expansion pre-operatively and post-operatively can provide insights into respiratory recovery and potential complications. Objective: To evaluate the changes in chest expansion in women undergoing C-section before and after the procedure and assess the impact of the surgery on respiratory mechanics. Methods: A prospective study was conducted involving 30 women scheduled for elective C-section. Chest expansion was measured at two points: Pre-operative and 36 hours after the surgery (post-operative). Measurements were taken using a standard tape measure, recording the maximum chest expansion during deep inhalation and the maximum contraction during exhalation. Data were analysed using paired t-tests to determine significant changes in chest expansion. Results: The results showed a statistically significant reduction in chest expansion post-operatively compared to pre-operatively (p
Keywords: Chest expansion, caesarean section, pre-operative, post-operative
How to Cite?: S. Pooja, Ch. Venkata Rohitha, Dr. M. Suresh Kumar, Dr. N. Kavitha, Dr. K. Madhavi, "A Comparison of Chest Expansion in Preop and Postop C-Section Subjects", Volume 13 Issue 9, September 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 683-687, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR24910203722, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR24910203722