Essentials of Lung Transplantation

Lung transplantation (LTx) is a life-saving treatment for people with severe end-stage lung disease. This concise, well-illustrated practical handbook provides a comprehensive overview of pre-, peri-, and post-transplant care addressing the complexity of lung transplantation, general follow-up, and common post-transplant complications. Simple, to-the-point short topics will answer potential questions by LTx trainees, fellows, and consultants; educating healthcare professionals involved in the care of LTx patients explaining the post-transplant journey along with examples of real-life cases. Key Features Presents answers to common clinical questions during the post-transplant journey of a lung transplant recipient Shares practical/pragmatic approaches to diagnostic and management issues seen in the lung transplant population for clinicians from both within and external to transplant centres internationally, to gain practical experience Summarises the clinical aspects of LTx, with easy-to-navigate short text blocks, bullet points, and illustrations

Pages: 206, Edition: 1 armband, Paperback, CRC Press