Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	113408
Country	China

Category	Surgery
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Study
Article Title	"Liuzijue" Qigong training enhances early pulmonary function recovery after esophageal cancer surgery
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Yu Bai, Zhi-Long Zhang, Lei Qiao, Ling-Ling Shi, Jian Wang, Hui Nian, Qian-Cheng Du, Zhi-Hao Tian, Zi-Long Yao and Yi-Bin Wu
Funding Agency and Grant Number	Funding Agency Grant Number Xuhui District Health Commission No. SHXH202214
Corresponding Author	Yi-Bin Wu, Associate Chief Physician, Director, Intensive Care Unit, Shanghai Xuhui Central Hospital, No. 366 Longchuan North Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai 200031, China. didi_2001_328@sina.com
Key Words	Esophagectomy; Postoperative pulmonary complications; Pulmonary function; Enhanced recovery after surgery; "Liuzijue" Qigong
Core Tip	Early postoperative "Liuzijue" Qigong training significantly reduces the risk of postoperative pneumonia and accelerates the recovery of core pulmonary function parameters in patients undergoing radical esophagectomy. As a low-intensity intervention, it integrates coordinated breathing techniques with vocalization to enhance postoperative respiratory muscle function. This approach is particularly well-suited for incorporation into enhanced recovery after surgery pathways, offering a safe, feasible, and effective adjunct to conventional respiratory rehabilitation strategies.
Citation	Bai Y, Zhang ZL, Qiao L, Shi LL, Wang J, Nian H, Du QC, Tian ZH, Yao ZL, Wu YB. "Liuzijue" Qigong training enhances early pulmonary function recovery after esophageal cancer surgery. World J Gastrointest Surg 2025; In press

Received	2025-08-25 04:15
Peer-Review Started	2025-08-25 04:15
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Return for Revision	2025-09-02 02:41
Revised	2025-09-13 17:48
Second Decision	2025-11-07 02:33
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Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2025-11-07 04:47
Articles in Press	2025-11-07 04:47
Publication Fee Transferred	2025-09-18 11:32
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