Pediatric lung transplantation

Pediatric lung transplantation is a medical procedure that replaces a child's damaged or failing lungs with healthy lungs from a donor. This option is considered for children with severe lung diseases that do not respond to other treatments. The process involves thorough evaluations to ensure the child is a suitable candidate. After surgery, ongoing care and monitoring are crucial to prevent rejection of the new lungs and to manage complications. Successful transplantation can significantly improve a child's quality of life and overall health, enabling them to breathe better and participate more fully in daily activities.