Lung retransplantation in the modern era.

ABSTRACT: Chronic lung allograft dysfunction remains the leading cause of long-term morbidity and mortality for lung transplant recipients. Lung retransplantation currently represents the only therapeutic option for patients for refractory allograft dysfunction. However, debate remains regarding both the efficacy and ethicality of lung retransplantation in light of the shortage of lung allografts. The aim of this review is to discuss the available literature on lung retransplantation in the current era. Through this we hope to provide insight into ideal patient selection, donor organ selection, surgical approaches, and future considerations within the field in order to improve outcomes and best address organ utilization while a waitlist continues to exist. Lung retransplantation in select patients c

SUBMITTER: Rucker AJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8662476 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature