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Alpha 1 “Hereditary Emphysema” Experience: A Patient–Physician Perspective

Abstract

This article is co-authored by a patient living with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and her treating physician. The commentary article describes the patient’s experience of the diagnosis and treatment process. The physician then discusses alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency diagnosis and management in the context of the patient’s experiences.

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