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Hi all,not been on for a long time i have been fighting the NHS for funding for a LVR using valves as i am reluctant to have the cut...i finally got this last month and i am booked in for the left Lung on the 8th of next month ...i would be interested to hear from anyone having had this done so i can know what to expect and any tips on a speedy recovery after the op....thank you in advance Andrea

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There's a member who's had it done in this link but if you type " valves " in the search box there are quite a few posts about it. I hope that helps.

healthunlocked.com/blf/post....

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maddyo2

thank you for replying i shall look now

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maddyo2

it was indeed very inciteful,thank you once again :)

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kimmy59

Evening. Good luck for the 8th.

Kim xxx

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maddyo2

thank you Kim x

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Sohara

I have read about a couple of people on this site who have had it done Maddy, they all reported good things about the operation

Good luck to you and do let us know how it went for you

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maddyo2 in reply toSohara

thank you and i will

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hufferpuffer

Good Luck Maddy, I have read that it can make a big difference, please keep us updated on how you get on,all the best , huff xxxx

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maddyo2 in reply tohufferpuffer

thank you x

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1968

Hi

I have heard so many good things about this, I wish you all the best.

And a speedy recovery.

David1968

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maddyo2

thank you David,i am staying positive

andrea x

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