This study is looking into how activity and breathing patterns after abdominal surgery affect recovery and complications like hypoventilation (shallow breathing) and hypoxemia (low oxygen in the blood). You could join if you are 18 to 90 years old, undergoing abdominal surgery, and have a high risk for lung complications after surgery (ARISCAT score of 26 or higher). The study uses two devices, the ExSpiron chest monitor and the ActivPAL accelerometer, to track your breathing and movement. Researchers want to see if certain activities help you breathe better and reduce problems. The main goal is to understand hypoventilation during the first three days after surgery. The current recruitment status is unclear.

Study design

This is an observational study involving 30 participants. It is not specified if it is randomized or blinded.

What's involved

You will have monitors placed on your chest and thigh in the recovery room. These monitors will stay on for up to three days, or until you can walk freely, or until you leave the hospital.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Your breathing and activity will be monitored for the first three days after surgery, or until hospital discharge, whichever comes first.

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