Simultaneous single-lung transplantation and lung volume reduction

Ann Thorac Surg. 1997 May;63(5):1468-70. doi: 10.1016/s0003-4975(97)00217-8.

Abstract

We report our experience with 2 cases of simultaneous single-lung transplantation and lung volume reduction for emphysema. The lung volume reduction was undertaken electively in an attempt to improve overall lung function above that to be expected from single-lung transplantation alone. There were no postoperative problems related to the addition of lung volume reduction. The pulmonary function at 3 months was greater than that seen in a retrospective group of bilateral lung transplants previously reported from our institution.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Forced Expiratory Volume
  • Humans
  • Lung Transplantation* / physiology
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pneumonectomy*
  • Pulmonary Emphysema / physiopathology
  • Pulmonary Emphysema / surgery*
  • alpha 1-Antitrypsin Deficiency*