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COPD and Emphysema: Confused by pulmonary function test and more

COPD: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | Last Active: Oct 7 2:36pm | Replies (212)
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@colleenyoung

Thanks for jumping in @clipper. You're absolutely right. I appreciate your posting these links. I hate to see people throw money at unproven treatments. It is so hard to accept that the promise of regeneration medicine isn't ready yet.

Where evidence shows effectiveness, FDA approval can be expedited, like for the Zephr valves.
- FDA Approves Zephyr Endobronchial Valve For Treating Severe Emphysema https://www.copdfoundation.org/About-Us/Press-Room/Press-Releases/Article/1391/FDA-Approves-Zephyr-Endobronchial-Valve-For-Treating-Severe-Emphysema.aspx

All the best with the procedure and yes, please return to tell us about your experience. How long are you expected to be in the hospital?

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clipper | @clipper | Feb 16, 2019

I am going for my first consult Thursday. If the first appointment goes well then I believe there will be a series of tests to determine if I really am a candidate or not. It could be weeks/months before I know.

I believe the procedure takes about an hour and it is a 5 day stay in the hospital. They keep you that long for observation in case of complications.

I will be sure to post about it.

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