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Overview

A lung transplant is a surgical procedure that involves replacing one or both diseased lungs with healthy lungs from a donor. This treatment is typically recommended for individuals suffering from severe lung diseases like cystic fibrosis, emphysema or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, where other treatments have not been effective.

Why Lung Transplant Treatment is Required?

  • When lungs no longer work properly due to diseases like cystic fibrosis or pulmonary fibrosis.
  • Other treatments no longer work and a transplant becomes necessary to improve quality of life.
  • Helps breathe easier, reduce symptoms like shortness of breath and prolong life.

Key Advantages of Lung Transplant Treatment

  • Better Breathing: Improved lung function helps with day to day activities.
  • Increased Survival: Provides a chance for a longer life.
  • More Energy: Many patients feel more active and energetic post transplant.
  • Better Quality of Life: Relief from constant respiratory symptoms like coughing and difficulty breathing.

How Should You Prepare Yourself Before Taking Lung Transplant Treatment?

  • Consultation: Meet with your transplant team to assess your condition and set expectations.
  • Tests: Undergo tests like blood work and imaging to ensure you are a good candidate.
  • Healthy Lifestyle: Stop smoking and adopt a healthier lifestyle.
  • Emotional Support: Prepare mentally and emotionally for the transplant journey.

How Lung Transplant Treatment is Performed?

  • Surgical Procedure: The damaged lungs are removed and replaced with healthy donor lungs.
  • Duration: Can take 4–8 hours, depending on whether it is a single lung transplant or double lung transplant.
  • Anesthesia: Performed under general anesthesia, ensuring you are asleep and pain free.

What You Can Expect Before Procedure, During Procedure and After Procedure?

  • 1. Before: A thorough evaluation with tests and consultations to ensure you are ready.
  • 2. During: Surgery takes several hours. The surgeon removes your damaged lungs and implants healthy ones.
  • 3. After: Recovery takes time. You will be closely monitored and may need rehab to regain strength and lung function.

Risk and Potential Complications

  • Rejection: Your body may reject the new lungs, requiring medications to prevent it.
  • Infections: Because your immune system is weakened there is a higher risk of infections.
  • Bleeding: As with any major surgery there may be a risk of bleeding.
  • Scarring: Lung transplant scar may develop but it will fade over time.

Results/Outcomes

  • Improved Quality of Life: Most patients feel a huge improvement in breathing and energy.
  • Life Expectancy: With the right care, patients can live 5–10 years or longer after the transplant.
  • Survival Rates: Success rates are generally high but it depends on factors like age and health.

Doctors Information

We are currently finalizing the doctor for this treatment. We will update you as soon as one is assigned.

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