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Lung Volume Reduction Surgery Reduces COPD Exacerbations
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Title Lung Volume Reduction Surgery Reduces COPD Exacerbations
Url http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/570413?src=rss
Description Lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) reduces the frequency of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations, according to a report in the January 15th issue of the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. Reuters Health Information
Category Articles > General Surgery
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Date Feb 21, 2008
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