Successful lung transplantation in a long-term ventilator-dependent patient.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Ventilator dependence has been postulated to be a major contraindication for successful lung transplantation. We describe the case of a 44-year-old female patient mechanically ventilated for 10 months after adult respiratory distress syndrome. After a program of physical training the patient underwent successful bilateral sequential lung transplantation. Six months postoperatively she is in good physical condition and is able to carry out the activities of normal daily living. We conclude that in selected patients long-term mechanical ventilatory support is not a contraindication for lung transplantation.
Medical subject headings
- Lung Transplantation
- Physical Therapy Modalities
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Ventilators, Mechanical