Lung Volume Reduction Surgery
| Author | : Michael Argenziano |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 247 |
| Release | : 2001-10-15 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781592591213 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1592591213 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (213 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Lung Volume Reduction Surgery by : Michael Argenziano
Download or read book Lung Volume Reduction Surgery written by Michael Argenziano and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2001-10-15 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A panel of recognized authorities comprehensively review the medical, surgical, and pathophysiologic issues relevant to lung volume reduction surgery for emphysema. Topics range from the open technique and video-assisted thoracoscopic approaches to LVRS, to anesthetic management, to perioperative and nursing care of the patient. The experts also detail the selection of candidates for LVRS, the clinical results and clinical trials in LVRS, and the effects of LVRS on survival rates.