Mean (SD) preoperative and postoperative forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) and forced vital capacity (FVC)
| No. of patients | FEV1 (l) | FVC (l) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preoperatively | 7 | 0.85 (0.34) | 1.77 (0.66) |
| Postoperatively | |||
| 3 months | 7 | 1.77 (0.32) | 2.50 (0.52) |
| 6 months | 7 | 1.75 (0.44) | 2.55 (0.52) |
| 12 months | 6 | 2.10 (0.75) | 2.95 (0.79) |
| 36 months | 5 | 1.37 (0.67) | 2.15 (0.90) |
| 60 months | 2 | 1.34 (0.13) | 2.09 (0.32) |