living donor lung transplant

A living donor lung transplant involves removing a healthy lung from a living donor—often a close relative or friend—and transplanting it into a recipient with severe lung disease. Since humans have two lungs, a donor can give one while keeping their other lung. The procedure requires careful matching and surgery to ensure both donor and recipient recover well. This approach can reduce waiting times and improve outcomes, offering a new chance at improved breathing and quality of life for patients with end-stage lung conditions.