Anaesthesia In Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Abstract

Patients with COPD vary in their presentation - from the asymptomatic and undiagnosed to those with a severely disabling systemic disease. All COPD patients undergoing surgery are at increased risk of postoperative complications and benefit from active management throughout the pre-, intra- and post-operative phases. We hope that this brief tutorial has helped you to identify these patients and to maximise their chances of an uncomplicated recovery.