Patient selection for lung volume reduction surgery. Review uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • LVRS represents a valid surgical option for a limited number of patients who have symptomatic emphysema. The results of recent controlled studies have provided a realistic view of LVRS outcomes and yielded a validated algorithm for selection of optimal candidates for surgery. Furthermore, the NETT has provided simultaneously collected cost data that have provided a unique view of the costs and benefits of LVRS in patients who have advanced emphysema. Additional data collection will better define the long-term benefits of such surgical intervention in patients who have COPD.

publication date

  • November 1, 2003

Research

keywords

  • Patient Selection
  • Pneumonectomy

Identity

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 0345688823

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1016/s1052-3359(03)00101-7

PubMed ID

  • 14682601

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 13

issue

  • 4