Tschernko, E M The influence of lung volume reduction surgery on ventilatory mechanics in patients suffering from severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. [electronic resource] - Anesthesia and analgesia Nov 1996 - 996-1001 p. digital Publication Type: Journal Article ISSN: 0003-2999 Standard No.: 10.1097/00000539-199611000-00017 doi Subjects--Topical Terms: AdultAgedAirway Resistance--physiologyCatheterizationEsophagus--physiopathologyFemaleFollow-Up StudiesForced Expiratory Volume--physiologyHumansIntubation, IntratrachealLung--physiopathologyLung Compliance--physiologyLung Diseases, Obstructive--physiopathologyMaleMiddle AgedPneumonectomy--methodsPositive-Pressure Respiration, Intrinsic--physiopathologyPressureProspective StudiesPulmonary Emphysema--surgeryPulmonary Ventilation--physiologyRespiratory Mechanics--physiologySpirometryWork of Breathing--physiology