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Hi all

I'm a new member with severe emphysema and wish to know if any have had valve insertion ---- what have been your experiences. highs & lows etc

Should I or shouldn't I go for this procedure I'm very aprehensive

Thanks from beardiefolk

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Hacienda

Yes go for it, I had 4 last year 2018, they did work for me then The following June 2019, I Was hoping for another valve, but alas, my Lungs had deteriorated too much so never got the Procedure. If I could have them again I would, Always think that Any help is always there for you & for All, Don't refuse any help that can Help You. Good Luck Hun. xxx

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Completely agree take all the help offered.

in reply toHacienda

Please stay strong..please I want to know with all the research found what follow up has been made..progress. we need our outcome now. Not sure of how else to push any suggestions.

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Roessner541

If I could have it done I would.

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