Pulmonary and Critical Care

Lung transplantation

Lung transplantation is a surgical procedure where a diseased or failing lung is replaced with a healthy lung from a donor. It’s typically considered for patients with end-stage lung diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, cystic fibrosis, or severe pulmonary hypertension. Advancements in surgical techniques, immunosuppressive drugs, and postoperative care have significantly improved outcomes for lung transplant recipients.

Types of Lung Transplants:

• Single-Lung Transplant: One lung is replaced.
• Double-Lung Transplant: Both lungs are replaced.
• Heart-Lung Transplant: Both the heart and lungs are replaced, typically for patients with both severe heart and lung conditions.