ABSTRACT

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).

chapter 2|20 pages

Pathology of Emphysema

chapter 15|10 pages

Giant Bullectomy