Lung transplantation (Lutx) is also an established therapeutic option in childhood and adolescence when, despite exhaustion of all available therapeutic measures, a severe disease progresses, quality of life is significantly impaired as a result, and terminal organ failure appears likely in the foreseeable future. Nevertheless, lutx is a significant intervention in the physical integrity of the child with many risks.
Autoren
- PD Dr. med. Nicolaus Schwerk
Publikation
- InFo PNEUMOLOGIE & ALLERGOLOGIE
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