420 Thoracic Physiotherapy Requirements in Anatomical Lung Resections

Abstract Objective Consideration of the effectiveness thoracic physiotherapy interventions in anatomical lung resections. Method Prospective cohort 119 resections and assessment a busy teaching hospital over 6-month period. Results patients were included, with median age 69 (28–89). There was no obvious difference between genders (F: 52% vs M: 48%). 56% assessed to be performance status 0. Most for adenocarcinoma (48%) squamous cell carcinoma (10%). 61% resected by VATS 39% through other approaches (including open thoracotomies). A minority had comorbidities (18%), hypertension (41%) previous solid tumours (33%) being most common. Average length stay 4 days (3.4 4.9 others). The average who seen day 1 post-op on weekend is 4.4 (vs 5.1 if there not 1). This also contrast 3.5 they weekday, as opposed seen. biggest barrier closing this discrepancy remains staffing. Conclusion We found that elective are more likely have reduced when reviewed post-op. highlights need potential service developments within our Level 2/3 caseloads optimise care.