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Donor Posterior Atrial Flap Rotation for Left Atrial Cuff Reconstruction in Lung Transplantation
Published on: October 11, 2024
[Update in lung transplantation]
1Klinik für Thorax und Kardiovaskuläre Chirurgie, Thorakale Transplantation, Westdeutsches Herzzentrum Essen, Universitätsklinikum Essen, Hufelandstr. 55, 45133 Essen, Deutschland.
Abstract:
Lung transplantation is an established therapeutic option for selected patients with various end stage pulmonary diseases which prolongs survival and improves quality of life. A multitude of pulmonary and non-pulmonary complications can lead to significant morbidity thus impairing short and long-term survival. Early recognition and fast treatment of these complications are fundamental measures to prevent secondary destructive incidents. This article reviews the most frequent complications arising after lung transplantation.
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