The effect of bronchoscopic lung volume reduction using endobronchial valves for individuals with emphysematous COPD: a protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis
Systematic review evaluates endobronchial valve effects on lung function and quality of life in emphysematous COPD, indicating future treatment strategies.
Key Points
This review aims to evaluate how endobronchial valves affect lung function and quality of life in individuals with emphysematous COPD.
Searching five databases for relevant trials on EBV therapy in emphysematous COPD patients compared to control.
Conducting subgroup analyses comparing open-label versus sham-controlled trials and the funding sources.
Performing sensitivity analysis and assessing risk of bias and selective reporting issues.
Findings will detail the impact of EBV on functional capacity and quality of life metrics.
Subgroup outcomes may highlight differences between industry-supported and independently funded trials.