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Lung transplant and Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)

Fact sheet

The lung transplant and ILD fact sheet has been designed to provide you with an understanding of lung transplantation and information to support you through the different stages of the journey. Topic areas include:  

  • What is a lung transplant? 
  • Why might I need a lung transplant?
  • Who can receive a lung transplant? 
  • eligibility assessment and work up  
  • what to expect from your healthcare team  
  • waiting list registration and maintaining your health 
  • An understanding of the surgery process including post-transplant care and management  
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