Comparison of lung volume reduction surgery with medical management for emphysema
Banerjee S, Babidge W, Miller J, Smith J, Noorani HZ, Cuncins-Hearn A, Mensinkai S
Record ID 32004000900
English, French
Authors' objectives:
The aims of this report were as follows: - To assess the evidence on whether lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) improves quality of life, defers death, or affects lung function in patients with emphysema, compared to medical management.
- To identify the risks associated with LVRS and to evaluate what level of risk is appropriate in patients with a compromised quality of life.
Authors' methods:
Systematic review
Details
Project Status:
Completed
URL for project:
https://www.ccohta.ca/
Year Published:
2004
URL for published report:
n/a
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
Canada
MeSH Terms
- Pneumonectomy
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive
- Bronchoscopy
Contact
Organisation Name:
Canadian Coordinating Office for Health Technology Assessment
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Canadian Coordinating Office for Health Technology Assessment(CCOHTA)
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