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How much can a lung transplant help with cystic fibrosis?
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Possibly a lot: Lung transplants have variable outcomes. However if you are a person who does well it can dramatically change your life. Look up info on jerry cahill.
Answered 4/23/2013
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Can benefit some: Lung transplantation is an option when the medical regimen can not prevent further decline in end stage lung disease. The timing of the transplantation is important in maximizing the benefit of the transplant. The average survival at one year is around 90%, five years is approx 55% depending on the center. I hope that this helps. Prmg pediatrics/respiratory fax 858 259 9689 for ?S.
Answered 3/20/2014
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