• Lung transplantation is a life-saving procedure recommended for patients with chronic, end-stage lung diseases that are unresponsive to maximal medical therapy or for which no effective treatments are available.

Several underlying conditions may necessitate a lung transplant,including:

• ​Bronchiectasis: This condition causes damage to the airways, leading to their abnormal widening or the formation of pouches. This structural damage increases the risk of recurring infections and impairs lung function.

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): A group of lung and airway diseases, such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis, that obstruct airflow and make breathing increasingly difficult.

• Cystic Fibrosis: A genetic disorder characterized by the production of thick, sticky mucus that clogs the airways, causing breathing difficulties and frequent infections.

•  Each of these conditions significantly impacts lung function, and when other treatments fail toprovide relief or halt progression, lung transplantation becomes a critical option.

For more information

• Stanford Healthcare - Easy to understand information

• Cleveland Clinic

• Mayo Clinic

• Temple Health

• NHS UK

• University of Rochester