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[Radiological findings in lung transplantation]
S Diederich1, M Scadeng, C Dennis
1Department of Radiology, Papworth Hospital, Papworth Everard, Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Rofo : Fortschritte Auf Dem Gebiete Der Rontgenstrahlen Und Der Nuklearmedizin
|December 1, 1994
Summary
Lung transplantation is a vital therapy for end-stage pulmonary disease. This review details chest imaging for pre- and post-transplant lung evaluation, including normal findings and complications.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Pulmonology
- Thoracic Surgery
Background:
- Lung transplantation is a critical treatment for end-stage pulmonary disease.
- Diagnostic imaging is essential for recipient assessment and post-transplant monitoring.
- Specialized centers routinely perform lung transplant procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the role of chest imaging in lung transplant recipients.
- To illustrate characteristic radiographic and CT findings in these patients.
- To present normal postoperative imaging and common complications.
Main Methods:
- Review of imaging procedures for lung transplant patients.
- Analysis of plain radiography and computed tomography (CT) findings.
- Description of normal postoperative imaging and complications.
Main Results:
- Diagnostic imaging is crucial for pre- and post-lung transplant evaluation.
- Characteristic radiographic and CT findings are presented.
- Normal postoperative findings and complications like rejection and infections are detailed.
Conclusions:
- Imaging plays a pivotal role throughout the lung transplant journey.
- Understanding imaging findings aids in managing lung transplant recipients.
- This review provides a guide to interpreting chest imaging in lung transplant patients.