New CT scan could sharpen lung valve surgery for emphysema
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This study tested whether a special type of CT scan (dual-energy CT) can provide useful information for planning lung valve placement in people with emphysema. Researchers enrolled 13 adults who were already scheduled for the valve procedure. The goal was to see if the scan could…
Sponsor: Sameer Avasarala • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:57 UTC