Abstract

PURPOSE: Placement of endobronchial valves (EBV) for treatment of emphysema has gained increasing popularity. Two main issues are finding the optimal target area and quantifiying the results. For the purpose among complex lung function testing and x-ray/CT investigation with isotpes plays an important role. We explored in this preliminary feasibility and safety study, whether VRI could also be applied for this purpose.

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