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What factors prompt you to consider revision vs removal of endobronchial valves in patients who do not develop atelectasis after BLVR?

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Pulmonology · University of Maryland Medical School
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Usually, when patients don’t have symptomatic improvement, especially when they feel worse. I would use PFT as a reference, but not the only criteria. Discussing with the patient is also important.

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