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  • Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Transplant Medicine
  • Public Health Policy

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  • Lung transplantation is a complex procedure with a history dating back to 1963.
  • The Vienna Lung Transplant program, established in 1989, has been instrumental in developing international lung transplant services.
  • Lung transplantation services were extended to Hungarian patients in Vienna starting in 1996.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To detail the establishment of a comprehensive lung transplantation program in Hungary.
  • To highlight the key developments and investments enabling national lung transplant capabilities.
  • To document the culmination of international collaboration and training in launching Hungary's program.

Main Methods:

  • Securing governmental funding of 3 million Euros for infrastructural development.
  • Implementing specialized professional training for Hungarian medical personnel through internships in Vienna.
  • Establishing the necessary operational and perioperative care frameworks.

Main Results:

  • Hungary successfully performed its first lung transplantation on December 12, 2015.
  • Significant infrastructural advancements were made to support complex surgical procedures.
  • A cohort of Hungarian specialists received advanced training in lung transplantation techniques.

Conclusions:

  • The successful launch of Hungary's lung transplantation program marks a significant advancement in national healthcare.
  • International collaboration and strategic investment were crucial for developing this specialized medical service.
  • The program provides a critical new treatment option for patients requiring lung transplants in Hungary.