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Is lung reduction surgery riskier if i have chronic kidney problems?
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Yes: Chronic kidney disease increases the risk of any surgery. Be sure to have the doctor who manages your kidney disease communicate with your surgeon.
Answered 3/4/2014
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Probably not: Unless subject has significant azotemia.
Answered 6/22/2012
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