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  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonectomy
  • Postoperative Care
  • Sternotomy
  • Thoracic Surgery, Video-Assisted

Lung Volume Reduction Surgery

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.

Credit & MOC Details

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Credit types

AAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsNursingUp to 1.5 creditsPharmacyUp to 1.5 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABPATH — Lifelong LearningUp to 1.5 pointsABA — Lifelong LearningUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 1.5 pointsABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 points

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Target Specialties

Cross-Specialty

Relevant across 8 specialties.

Pricing

Fee varies

This provider typically $49–98

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Listed by the provider

  • Article / monograph / reference
  • includes On-demand / recorded video
  • includes Online course / module
  • Credit · Up to 1.5 credits
  • MOC · Up to 1.5 points
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left

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