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Single lung transplantation for end stage emphysema

N P Briffa1, C Dennis, T Higenbottam

  • 1Transplant Unit, Papworth Hospital, Cambridge, UK.

Thorax
|May 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Single lung transplantation effectively treats severe emphysema, improving lung function and patient quality of life. This procedure offers a viable option for end-stage lung disease with acceptable survival rates.

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Area of Science:

  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Transplantation Medicine

Background:

  • Single lung transplantation (SLT) first succeeded in 1983 for pulmonary fibrosis.
  • SLT offers advantages, leading to its use in end-stage emphysema.
  • Emphysema is a progressive lung disease causing severe disability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and outcomes of single lung transplantation for severe emphysema.
  • To assess survival rates and complications associated with SLT in emphysema patients.

Main Methods:

  • 25 patients with severe emphysema underwent single lung transplantation between 1990 and 1993.
  • Patients had significant pre-transplant disability, measured by 12-minute walking distance.
  • Complications included graft compression and bronchial narrowing.

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Main Results:

  • Forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) significantly improved post-transplant.
  • Post-transplant, most survivors were in New York Heart Association (NYHA) functional class I or II.
  • Actuarial survival rates were 82% at one year and 74% at three years.

Conclusions:

  • Single lung transplantation is an effective treatment for end-stage emphysema.
  • The procedure demonstrates acceptable mortality and morbidity.
  • SLT improves functional capacity and quality of life for emphysema patients.