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Myths VS Facts
Myths
Facts
Lung transplantations only last a short time, so they are not worthwhile.
Most patients who undergo the transplant return to a regular life of work, travel, time with family — you name it.
You are not eligible for a lung transplant after 65
Age requirements determine eligibility based on physiological age —the overall health of your body — not the number of years you have
lived
Only Perfect Matches Can Be Transplanted
While blood type compatibility is essential, other factors like organ size and the recipient's overall health play significant roles in donor selection. Many patients successfully receive transplants from donors with similar but not identical characteristics.
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