| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2878662 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2010 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Dead space ventilation in CTEPH is increased and correlates significantly with hemodynamic severity of disease and dyspnea symptoms. Pulmonary endarterectomy decreases dead space ventilation. The induced change in dead space upon surgical removal of chronic thromboembolism contributes to the postoperative recovery of symptomatic dyspnea.
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Authors
Mart N. MS, Herre J. MD, PhD, Carel M. MD, Reindert P. MD, Jaap J. MD, Paul MD, PhD,