William J. Gaynor, Nancy D. Bridges, Bernard J. Clark, Thomas L. Spray
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
United States
Current Opinion in Pediatrics
Curr Opin Pediatr 1998; 10: 256-261
DOI: 10.1097/00008480-199806000-00006
Abstract
Lung transplantation is an important treatment option in children with acquired and congenital pulmonary disease. Indications for lung transplantation include pulmonary hypertension, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, pulmonary vein stenosis, and cystic fibrosis. The early outcome following lung transplantation has improved considerably. Longterm complications, however, including infections, bronchiolitis obliterans, and complications of immunosuppression remain significant problems. Donor availability, especially for neonates, continues to limit the utilization of lung transplantation.
Category
Lung Transplantation for Pulmonary Venous Obstruction
Year of Publication: 1998
Age Focus: Pediatric
Article Type: Review
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