trachea transplantation

Trachea transplantation involves replacing or repairing the windpipe (trachea) when it’s severely damaged or diseased. The procedure typically involves removing the affected part of the trachea and replacing it with a donor’s healthy trachea or a specially engineered airway. The goal is to restore normal breathing and airway function. Since the trachea has complex structures like cartilage and blood vessels, the surgery requires careful planning and advanced techniques to ensure proper integration, airflow, and healing. This procedure is still relatively rare and often used when other treatments are not effective, aiming to improve quality of life and breathing capacity.