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Thoracic Webinar 4: Emphysema Debate – the selection of patients for Lung Volume Reduction

Lung Volume Reduction (LVR), whether surgical or via bronchoscopic methods, has emerged as a transformative intervention for selected patients with severe emphysema. However, the clinical community remains divided over the ideal criteria for selecting patients who will benefit most from this high-stakes procedure. Are we being too conservative in our approach—or not conservative enough? This live, two-hour webinar brings together two internationally recognized experts to debate this crucial topic in thoracic surgery and respiratory medicine.
  • 22 Oct 2025
  • Online
Thoracic Disease All Skills Levels

Event Information

  • Date/Duration

    22 October 2025
    18:00 – 20:00 Central European Time (2 hours)

  • Course Directors

    D Waller, London

  • Course Format

    Live Virtual Debate
    Audience Q&A

  • Course Fee

    EACTS Members: FREE
    Non Members: €45.00
    EACTS Academy terms and conditions

  • Target Audience

    This webinar is aimed at all Skills Levels including Pre-Trainees and Allied Health Professionals.

    Specifically: Thoracic surgeons, Respiratory physicians, Pulmonologists, Interventional bronchoscopists, Lung function specialists, Clinical decision-makers in respiratory care.

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Course Programme

18:00Welcome & introduction
18:10Opinion 1: The current selection criteria are too strict
18:40Opinion 2: The selection criteria should be stricter still
19:10Debate Session
19:40Q&A and Audience Discussion
20:00Close