1) The use of artificial pneumoperitoneum in the treatment of pulmonary emphysema may provide impressive symptomatic relief. Its use in seven patients is described. 2) Exercise tolerance and vital capacity may increase significantly following this procedure. 3) The physiological basis for the use of artificial pneumoperltoneum in pulmonary emphysema is discussed.
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