living donor lung transplantation

Living donor lung transplantation involves a healthy person voluntarily donating a portion of their lung to a recipient in need of a new lung. Typically, one lobe from a living donor’s lung is surgically removed and transplanted into the recipient, often a family member or close contact. This procedure expands the donor pool and can reduce waiting times. Both donor and recipient undergo careful medical evaluations to ensure safety. The donor’s remaining lung tissue usually adapts and grows, allowing the donor to recover well. This approach offers hope for patients with severe lung disease when suitable deceased donors are unavailable.