Yes, heart-lung transplants are performed for people with severe pulmonary hypertension (PH), although they are extremely rare. Most transplant surgeries for PH are lung transplants only. Candidates for heart-lung transplants usually have experienced a decline in their condition despite following medical regimens and Show Full Answer

Yes, heart-lung transplants are performed for people with severe pulmonary hypertension (PH), although they are extremely rare. Most transplant surgeries for PH are lung transplants only. Candidates for heart-lung transplants usually have experienced a decline in their condition despite following medical regimens and undergoing other interventions. Ideal candidates are under 65 years of age, in good cardiovascular and general health, have a healthy weight, and do not smoke or have drug or alcohol addictions.

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Heart-lung transplant for Pulmonary Hypertension | myPHteam

Lung transplant for Pulmonary Hypertension | myPHteam