Lung Volume Reduction Surgery - Lung Conditions C...

Lung Conditions Community Forum

55,845 members66,502 posts

Lung Volume Reduction Surgery

JJ_7 profile image
JJ_7
11 Replies

Hello Friends. I have read a number of posts about VRS and almost all have said it has improved their life considerably. I am recently retired and have tried to improve my general health and breathing through diet , excercise , and following my treatment regimen. I don't seem to be getting any better and everything is a struggle.

Please could I ask what the eligibility criteria is for VRS? I think I would like to ask my GP about this but don't really know if I am suitable for this treatment.

I am very happy for those who have had VRS successfully. Love to hear how your life has improved. Thank you :)

Written by
JJ_7 profile image
JJ_7
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
Read more about...
11 Replies
Katinka46 profile image
Katinka46

Hello JJI can’t help with your query but welcome to this forum. There are many who will be able to offer you their experience of LVR surgery.

All the best

JJ_7 profile image
JJ_7 in reply to Katinka46

Thank you Katina

skischool profile image
skischool

Welcome to the forum,have a look at this link,it's a bit long winded but will give you a rough idea as to the criteria required for selection for any of the various methods used for LVRS.In reality only your consultant,through his knowledge of your condition can advise as to if you will be a suitable candidaengland.nhs.uk/wp-content/u...

Best wishes Ski's and Scruff's.

JJ_7 profile image
JJ_7 in reply to skischool

Hi Skischool. Thanks very much for the link. I have read it and I think I may have borderline eligibility. Iwill look further into this. Have a great week end :).

skischool profile image
skischool in reply to JJ_7

My pleasure JJ,please let us know how you get on because if you are eligible for oe of the procedures there are folk on here including myself who have had either the full LVRS procedure or the endobronchial valves inserted so we will be able to guide you through both the processes and the post surgery recovery so you have found the ideal place for your needs.Enjoy the rest of your weekend too.

🙃😼

JJ_7 profile image
JJ_7 in reply to skischool

Thanks skischool :)

👍

CDPO16 profile image
CDPO16

Hi and welcome JJ_7. I can't add to the good reply given by skischool. Best wishes.

Patk1 profile image
Patk1

Welcome.hope u get some helpful replies

johnderby profile image
johnderby

Hi JJ and welcome to the site. Do let us know how you get on. John

JJ_7 profile image
JJ_7 in reply to johnderby

Thank you johnderby.

😀

CaptainPugwash profile image
CaptainPugwash

Welcome I’m Sure U Will Have More Useful Information With Replies . Let us All Know How U Get On Take Care Keep Safe 🖤🖤

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Cystic fibrosis

HiI was diagnosed with bronchiectasis at the beginning of the year, at the time it was mentioned i...

anyone having croaky throat problems with inhalers

i’m currently using Trimbow inhaler for COPD and unfortunately, I seem to be one in 10 people...

Blood thinners advice

Morning friends, on Thursday I had a third tachycardia episode - with the previous two my heart...

Autumn covid booster (anti-vaxxers please scroll past)

I just spotted this...

abit nervous 😕

just a quick check in to see how everyone is . . . . . Well the time as come for my disabled son...