Lung Volume Reduction Operation

[Will57]

I have finally got my operation date for my LVR procedure in early February and although the consultant and surgeon have been vey clear and open i am asking if anyone on this site has had the same op and how did their rehabilitation go. I have quite severe COPD

[Damon1864 Volunteer]

Hope all goes well with your surgery, have a very merry Christmas and take care of yourself 😊 Bernadette xx

[Will57 in reply to Damon1864]

Thank you. Its been a tough year

[RoadRunner44]

Hello, I can't help with your question but its a big step you are taking. I sincerely hope the operation gives you a new lease of life. With good wishes. Chrys

[Will57 in reply to RoadRunner44]

Thank you

[Falcon22]

Hello sorry I can't help much with your question...but just to say I am also on the waiting list for a lung reduction but still waiting for a date ..and I too found the surgeon and consultant very clear and open...I too would be very interested in hearing any answers to your question. Good Luck with the surgery. And s very happy Christmas to you .

[Will57 in reply to Falcon22]

Thank you. I'll post how it goes.👍

[Hacienda]

Great News Hun, I know Babs ( AlfieBax), had hers done last October and has improved Dramatically. I wanted it done after other Procedures, but Alas I cannot have it, I always encourage every one to Take whatever is Offered to improve our Breathing. Wishing You & Your family A Very happy Christmas and you Stay strong for 2020. Keep us all updated Hun. Love n Hugs. C. XXXX

[Will57 in reply to Hacienda]

Thanks. Will definitely put up an update.

[Ergendl]

Good luck for February. Do let us know how you get on.

[Samjeff]

Hi I too am waiting for answer as to if they will do it Jan 13th at Papworth am very apprehensive if they say yes. Babs or Alfebax .. was very helpful I hope she is still well best wishes Sam

[Will57]

I have my pre-op meeting there on the 14th

[Will57]

Well after a lovely Christmas day and looking forward to the LVR Op im now in hospital with severe pneumonia on my right lung. Life can be shit at times

[Wheezylady]

Had mine done 16 days ago. Recovery has been slow, but I think that's cos I expected to feel better immediately. 🤣. I'm now managing a30 to 40 min walk Daily with my old, slow dog. I'm told it can take some months before I feel the real benefits. Good luck to you. Where you having your surgery?

[Will57 in reply to Wheezylady]

I dont usually say names but I'm in Cambridge. Still in hospital as i had two dates cancelled and op was carried out last Monday late afternoon. Having plenty of pain killer's and managing a few walks around the corridors during the day

[Wheezylady]

Hi there. Great that you're managing walks already. I had mine done in Papworth too. The staff were lovely. Not the most comfortable of ops, but I'm sure it's all worth it. Lots of luck to you. X