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Is lung transplantation possible, and is it safe, for copd?
7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: In a specialized center that does transplantation a single lung transplant is frquently recommended for copd. While there are risks of both the immediate surgery and the immunosuppression required to prevent rejection, life expectancy is typically 5 years or more for appropriate candidates.
Answered 9/24/2017
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Yes: As safe as transplanting any organ is, it is safe for copd. Understand that transplant is trading one chronic medical condition for another (lifetime immunosuppression).
Answered 4/3/2013
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