{"id":90951,"date":"2024-06-27T11:58:23","date_gmt":"2024-06-27T16:58:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pulmonx.com\/?p=90951"},"modified":"2025-01-27T14:59:30","modified_gmt":"2025-01-27T19:59:30","slug":"andrew-76","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pulmonx.com\/uk-en\/andrew-76\/","title":{"rendered":"Andrew, 76"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Andrew’s Story on Severe COPD\/Emphysema<\/h1> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Procedure Details:<\/h3>\n

Age at Treatment: <\/strong>76
Hospital: <\/strong>Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, UK
Date of Procedure: <\/strong>Sep, 2019<\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Life Before Zephyr\u00ae<\/sup>\u00a0Valves:<\/h2>\n

Before my emphysema diagnosis, I was very energetic. Work wise, I had a busy role hiring out construction equipment.<\/p>\n

Outside of work, I had loads of hobbies. I enjoyed gardening and going for long walks. I loved sports, and would go to watch horse racing and football matches.<\/p>\n

When I became unwell, my illness made it almost impossible to enjoy these things. Life with emphysema was tough, and to be honest it made me quite depressed.<\/p>\n

I was first diagnosed with emphysema in 2014. My life was impacted massively. I could barely walk 100 yards. I couldn\u2019t have a bath independently.<\/p>\n

I ended up in hospital twice on two separate holidays. It was a frightening time. I simply couldn\u2019t breathe. The second time, a nurse had to take me back home from Spain.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s when I knew I had to get proper treatment. I was referred to Dr. Ravi Mahadeva. He sent me to pulmonary rehab for six months, which helped, but I was still struggling to breathe.<\/p>\n

So he started to explore other options. He said I could have a lung reduction or Zephyr Valve treatment. I said I\u2019d prefer Zephyr Valve treatment as it\u2019s a minimally invasive procedure, which felt less daunting at my age.<\/p>\n

My doctor did some tests and confirmed I was eligible, and so I said \u201cYes, let\u2019s go for it!\u201d. I was determined to do whatever was needed to feel better.<\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Life After Zephyr Valves:<\/h2>\n

Dr. Jurgen Herre carried out my Zephyr Valve procedure at Addenbrookes Hospital in September 2019. I was 76.<\/p>\n

It went very well. I was able to get up and walk around the next day. I felt the difference immediately. I could breathe so much more easily!<\/p>\n

I was back home on day five and I felt like a new man. I was able to go and have a bath. I could walk up and down the stairs without thinking twice.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m able to do what I enjoy again. Life is so much better! I can do gardening, go for a walk \u2014\u00a0whatever I fancy. The only thing that\u2019s tough is bending over to pick up something heavy. But if that\u2019s my only restriction, that\u2019s fine by me.<\/p>\n

My partner and I are planning a holiday in August, which we\u2019re really looking forward to. We\u2019re going to Jersey which is just an hour flight. I checked in with my doctor and he said I should be fine to make the trip, but to take some oxygen just in case.<\/p>\n

At my most unwell, the prospect of another holiday where I ended up in hospital was unbearable. So to be able to confidently plan one now, without that worry, feels great. I can\u2019t wait!<\/p>\n

What would I say to anyone with severe emphysema who is eligible for the Zephyr Valves?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t hesitate! Just have it done.<\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The results of case studies do not necessarily allow conclusions to be drawn in other cases. Results in other cases can be different. Possible complications associated with the endobronchial valve treatment include: Pneumothorax, deterioration of the COPD symptoms, pneumonia, dyspnea and in rare cases death. The Zephyr\u00ae Endobronchial Valve is an implantable bronchial valve intended to control airflow in order to improve lung functions in patients with hyperinflation associated with severe emphysema and\/or to reduce air leaks. The Zephyr Valve is contraindicated for: Patients for whom bronchoscopic procedures are contraindicated; Evidence of active pulmonary infection; Patients with known allergies to Nitinol (nickel-titanium) or its constituent metals (nickel or titanium); Patients with known allergies to silicone; Patients who have not quit smoking. Use is restricted to a trained physician. Prior to use, please reference the Zephyr Endobronchial System Instructions for more information on indications, contraindications, warnings, all precautions, and adverse events.<\/p>\n

OTH-EN-996-v1 Patient Story Andrew Millar<\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Andrew’s Story on Severe COPD\/Emphysema Procedure Details: Age at Treatment: 76 Hospital: Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, UK Date of Procedure: Sep, 2019 Life Before Zephyr\u00ae\u00a0Valves: Before my emphysema diagnosis, I was very energetic. Work wise, I had a busy role hiring out construction equipment. Outside of work, I had loads of hobbies. 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