Valve implants show positive results for patients with emphysema

A study investigating the use of valves placed in the lungs of patients with emphysema has concluded that the treatment produces significant improvements in lung function and ability to do light exercise, and provides a possible less invasive alternative to surgery to remove the affected part of the lung. Emphysema is a condition of the...
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - Category: American Health Source Type: news