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Intrabronchial valve systems

Внутрибронхиальные клапанные системы  | Intrabronchial valve systems

Intrabronchial valve systems

COPD is an umbrella term for obstructive bronchitis and pulmonary emphysema. The letters COPD stand for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Emphysema treatment can involve medication, oxygen supply, pulmonary rehabilitation and, if applicable, surgery. In addition, treatment with intra bronchial valves (IBV) offers a minimally invasive option for emphysema patients.

For the treatment of diseased lung in emphysematous patients, the valve redirects air from the diseased portions of the lung to healthier areas and allows atelectasis if intended. Selected case studies have shown improvement of disease-related quality of life and lung function.

In certain patient groups treated with valve therapy, there were significant improvements in key value FEV1, and in physical performance measured by the distance walked within 6 minutes.

The system has received the CE mark for treating diseased and damaged lungs and received FDA-HDE approval for management of prolonged air leaks.

The valves prevent further air trapping in the lung and enable the reduction of hyperinflation. The target is that the hyper-inflated sections gradually collapse, giving the rest of the lung more space to "breathe".

Surgery is not needed to place valves in the airways of the lung. The valve is placed in the airway using a bronchoscope catheter. Once the valve is in the airway, it expands and contracts with breathing. More than one valve will be placed.

Redirecting air away from the diseased parts of the lung may reduce over-inflation while letting trapped air and fluids escape. The volume of the treated part of the lung may be reduced, allowing healthier parts of the lung to expand and function more normally.

Advantages for emphysema treatment with intra bronchial valves include improved quality of life and lung function.