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Adverse effects of medications commonly administered to thoracic surgical patients
D Weill1, M J Mack, D Tennison
1Department of Lung Transplantation, Medical City Dallas Hospital, Texas, USA.
Abstract:
A wide variety of medications is commonly used following thoracic surgical procedures. All of these medications have associated side effects that may adversely affect the recovery of patients. A complete understanding of the important adverse effects of all the medications used postoperatively can limit or eliminate unwanted medication effects and lead to a more successful outcome. This article will review the important actions and side effects of the most commonly administered medications following thoracic surgical procedures.
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