Heart-lung transplant
A heart-lung transplant is a procedure carried out to replace both heart and lungs in a single operation. Due to a shortage of suitable donors it is rarely done, and only about 100 such transplants are performed each year in the USA.
Post-operation
Most patients spend several days in intensive care after the operation. If there are no complications (eg infection, rejection), some are able to return home after just 2 weeks in hospital. Patients will be given anti-rejection drugs, and antibiotics to prevent infection. A schedule of frequent follow up visits is necessary.
Related Topics:
Infection - Rejection
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| ► | Qualifying Conditions |
| ► | History |
| ► | The Procedure |
| ► | Post-operation |
| ► | Statistics |
| ► | Further information |
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