Respiratory medicine
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Respiratory medicine · Aug 2016
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyImprovement of physical activity after endobronchial valve treatment in emphysema patients.
Bronchoscopic lung volume reduction using endobronchial valves is a promising treatment for severe emphysema patients without collateral ventilation. Physical activity is an important contributing factor for the autonomy, morbidity and mortality of these patients. ⋯ Dutch trial register: NTR2876.