Meeting Cystic Fibrosis Patient Needs in Transition to Lung Transplant

The care of the patient with cystic fibrosis (CF) requires a multidisciplinary approach throughout the lifespan by teams specially trained to deal with the complexities of care. Improvements in therapies have resulted in increased life expectancy of those with CF, yet respiratory failure continues to be the leading cause of death. While lung transplant (LTx) can be a viable treatment option, 35% of CF patients who meet criteria are not referred. We sought to understand patient preferences regarding discussions surrounding LTx in anticipation of referral to the LTx center.
Source: The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation - Category: Transplant Surgery Authors: Tags: (1264) Source Type: research