Table 3. Patient selection for endobronchial valves vs. endobronchial coils.
Imaging or lung volume parameter | Endobronchial valves | Endobronchial coils |
---|---|---|
TLC >100% | √ | √ |
RV >150% | √ | – |
RV >175% | √ | √ |
Heterogenous emphysema | √ | √ |
Homogeneous emphysema | √ | √ |
With collateral ventilation | – | √ |
Without collateral ventilation | √ | √ |
RV, residual volume; TLC, total lung capacity.