| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2882691 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2006 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
The addition of LVRS to best medical care including pulmonary rehabilitation improves pulmonary function, exercise activity, and quality of life in selected patients with advanced emphysema. Cost is high but in keeping with other treatment modalities currently available.
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Authors
John D. MD, Richard A. MD, Charles H. PhD, Ronald MS, David MDCM, P. Gerard MB, Lawrence MD, Jeremy D. MD, Canadian Lung Volume Reduction Surgery Study Canadian Lung Volume Reduction Surgery Study,