Real-Time Computed Tomography Highlights Pulmonary Parenchymal Evolution During Ex Vivo Lung Reconditioning.
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Abstract
Ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) has been developed as a method to reassess and recondition marginal lungs. However, evaluation during procedures is limited to a combination of physiologic variables such as gas exchange, pulmonary mechanics, and pulmonary vascular resistance. The aim of this study was to analyze the feasibility of real-time computed tomographic (CT) imaging to improve the evaluation of the lung during EVLP procedures.
Medical subject headings
- Donor Selection
- Lung Transplantation
- Tomography, X-Ray Computed
- Transplantation Conditioning