Lung Biology in Health & Disease Volume 184 Lung Volume Reduction Surgery for Emphysema

Considering the epidemiology of COPD, this title collects all available knowledge on the subject, featuring data on the national emphysema treatment trial. It explores the epidemiology of emphysema, the management of complications and surgical controversies in lung volume reduction surgery for emphysema (LVRS). Collects all available knowledge on the subject, featuring the latest data on the national emphysema treatment trial. It also considers the epidemiology of COPD and emphysema, the management of complications, and surgical controversies in lung volume reduction surgery for emphysema (LVRS) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a disorder that is characterized by progressive reduction in forced expiratory airflow in excess of the normal age-related decline.