Stopped: Slow patient accrual and plans to perform multi-center study
Postoperative pneumonia is a major complication in patients undergoing thoracic surgery. It leads to considerable morbidity and contributes to perioperative morbidity. There is evidence in literature that supports the use of strategies for improved oral hygiene and specialized endotracheal tubes in preventing ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP) in mechanically ventilated patients. This study aims at utilizing a combination of these interventions in the perioperative period in patients undergoing planned thoracic surgical procedures.
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Number of Participants Who Develop Postoperative Pneumonia in the Two Groups: Lung Cancer Resection Patients and Esophageal Resection Patients
Timeframe: Within 30 days of surgery
Adherence to the Pre-operative Toothbrushing Regimen
Timeframe: Completion of pre-operative toothbrushing (three times a day for 5 days prior to surgery)