Lung Transplant
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Lung Transplant, Lung Transplantation Patient Guide: Life After Lung Transplantation
columbiasurgery.org — “This section of the patient guide discusses patient concerns after lung transplant surgery. Prepared by the NewYork-Presbyterian Center for Lung Disease and Transplantation at Columbia University Medical Center, this patient guide to Lung Transplantation surgery answers questions about post-transplant exercise, school, work, sexual activity, diet, nutrition, driving, acne, skin, hair, dental care, smoking, cancer, alcohol, and pregnancy.” View full resource at columbiasurgery.org
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What is normal life after a lung transplant? http://bit.ly/lmIwd8
AGH suspends lung transplants
post-gazette.com — “AGH suspends lung transplants” View full resource at post-gazette.com
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Endocrinology Article | Lung Transplantation
mdlinx.com — “Risk factors for development of new-onset diabetes mellitus after transplant in adult lung transplant recipients” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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Endocrinology Article | Lung Transplantation
mdlinx.com — “Elevated HDL cholesterol levels are associated with osteoporosis in lung transplant candidates with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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Rheumatology Article | Lung Transplantation
mdlinx.com — “Elevated HDL cholesterol levels are associated with osteoporosis in lung transplant candidates with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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Infant Awaits Lung Transplant
1011now.com — “A Grand Island boy is awaiting a lung transplant. 9-month-old Jet Hansen was hospitalized in November because he had trouble breathing. He has since been diagnosed with pulmonary vein stenosis.” View full resource at 1011now.com
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Otolaryngology Article | Lung Transplantation
mdlinx.com — “Airway Pathogens During the First Year after Lung Transplantation: A Single-Center Experience” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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Lung Transplant, Lung Transplantation Patient Guide: Waiting for a Transplant
columbiasurgery.org — “While waiting for your lung transplant, it is vitally important to maintain or even improve your health. This page, provided by the NewYork-Presbyterian Center for Lung Disease and Transplantation at Columbia University Medical Center, guides patients how to prepare for lung transplant operations by maintaining health through diet, exercise, rehabilitation, and medical testing; staying in touch with the transplant team, keeping immunizations updated, and attending support meetings.” View full resource at columbiasurgery.org
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What is the usual waiting period for a lung transplant? http://bit.ly/m4aK8e
Lung Transplant, Lung Transplantation Patient Guide: Post-Transplant Recovery
columbiasurgery.org — “After lung transplant surgery at the New York Presbyterian Lung Transplant Center, patients spend two to four days at Columbia's Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU). Patients are usually on a ventilator during the first day. Medications including three immunosuppressants are administered, along with antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral medications, pain medications, vitamins and minerals. Exercise and pulmonary therapy begins as soon as possible.” View full resource at columbiasurgery.org
Most Recently Shared on July 30, 2011 at 4:15 pm By:
What happens after lung transplant surgery? http://bit.ly/mx67BL
Lung Transplant, Lung Transplantation Patient Guide: Immunosuppression and Organ Rejection
columbiasurgery.org — “This page describes Immunosuppression and Organ Rejection. After lung transplantation, organ recipients must take immunosuppressant medications for the rest of their lives. Although nearly all patients will experience at least one episode of rejection, usually during the first six months after transplantation, patients should be reassured that such episodes can be managed by adjusting dosages of immunosuppressive medications.” View full resource at columbiasurgery.org
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What are the signs or symptoms of organ rejection in a transplanted lung? http://bit.ly/k1NUVZ
Lung Transplant - YouTube
youtube.com — “"It has been an awesome experience -- I have my life back." Emphysema and COPD patient Norma Watson describes her journey in having her right lung replaced. ...” View full resource at youtube.com
Most Recently Shared on September 30, 2011 at 7:15 pm By:
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Infectious Disease Article - Lung Transplantation
mdlinx.com — “Assessment of infection risks prior to lung transplantation” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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Assessment of infection risks prior to lung transplantation: Current Opinion in Infectious Diseases http://bit.ly/a1kRHl #ID
Infectious Disease Article | Lung Transplantation
mdlinx.com — “Update on infectious complications following lung transplantation” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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Update on infectious complications following lung transplantation: Current Opinion in Pulmonary Medicine http://bit.ly/hCN2g0 #ID
Infectious Disease Article | Lung Transplantation
mdlinx.com — “Fusarium Infection in Lung Transplant Patients: Report of 6 Cases and Review of the Literature” View full resource at mdlinx.com
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Fusarium Infection in Lung Transplant Patients: Report of 6 Cases and Review of the Literature: Medicine http://bit.ly/h1YD7l #ID
Lung Transplant News | Penn Medicine
penn-medicine-lung-transplant.blogspot.com — “The Penn Lung Transplant e-Newsletter provides information about Penn Medicine's lung transplant program to patients, potential patients and their families. Newsletter topics include recent news and announcements about lung transplant at Penn, support groups, health information and much more.” View full resource at penn-medicine-lung-transplant.blogspot.com
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Penn Lung Transplant blog: Keep up-to-date with news dedicated solely to lung transplant patients and their families. http://ht.ly/2EUBI
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