Lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) is designed to improve breathing and quality of life in patients with severe emphysema, particularly those with upper lobe predominance and low exercise capacity. By surgically removing diseased, non-functional lung tissue, LVRS reduces lung hyperinflation, enhances respiratory mechanics, and improves gas exchange. This can significantly improve symptoms, exercise tolerance, and overall survival. Despite its proven benefits, LVRS remains underutilized—partly due to the complexity of patient selection and the need for specialized surgical expertise.Clinicians participating in this course gain a comprehensive understanding of the indications, patient selection criteria, and surgical techniques for LVRS, including both median sternotomy and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery approaches. Additionally, clinicians will learn about the latest research and advancements in minimally invasive techniques such as endobronchial valves. This knowledge will enhance their competence in managing patients with severe emphysema, improving patient care and safety. The course also covers the management of complications, postoperative care, and the role of interprofessional teams in optimizing patient outcomes.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/24512
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Critical Care, Critical Care Medicine, General Operative Anesthesia, General Surgery, General Thoracic, Geriatric Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Pulmonology, Pulmonary Disease, Surgical Critical Care, Thoracic Anesthesia, Vascular Surgery