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Detecting early signs and identifying influencing factors of PPCs is essential to prevent patients from further complications. Our study aimed to determine the frequency, types, and risk factors significant for each PPC on the first postoperative day. The main goal of this study was to identify the incidence of pleural effusion (right-sided, left-sided, or bilateral), atelectasis, pulmonary edema, and pneumothorax as well as detect specific factors related to its development. Materials and Methods: This study was a retrospective single-center trial. It involved 314 adult patients scheduled for elective open-heart surgery under CPB. Results: Of the 314 patients reviewed, 42% developed PPCs within 12 h post-surgery. Up to 60.6% experienced one PPC, while 35.6% developed two PPCs. Pleural effusion was the most frequently observed complication in 89 patients. Left-sided effusion was the most common, presenting in 45 cases. Regression analysis showed a significant association between left-sided pleural effusion development and moderate hypoalbuminemia. Valve surgery was associated with reduced risk for left-sided effusion. Independent parameters for bilateral effusion include increased urine output and longer ICU stays. Higher BMI was inversely related to the risk of pulmonary edema. Conclusions: At least one PPC developed in almost half of the patients. Left-sided pleural effusion was the most common PPC, with hypoalbuminemia as a risk factor for effusion development. Atelectasis was the second most common. Bilateral effusion was the third most common PPC, significantly related to increased urine output. 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