Lung Transplant

## Lung Transplant in India Lung transplantation is a life-saving surgical procedure in which one or both diseased lungs are replaced with healthy lungs from a deceased donor. It is the definitive treatment for patients with end-stage lung diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), cystic fibrosis, pulmonary arterial hypertension, and bronchiectasis. India has rapidly developed world-class lung transplant programmes, with select centres of excellence performing both single and bilateral (double) lung transplants with outstanding outcomes. ### Why Choose India for Lung Transplantation? India offers a compelling combination of highly skilled thoracic surgeons, advanced intensive care infrastructure, and significant cost savings for international patients. Leading transplant centres — including Apollo Hospitals Chennai, MGM Healthcare, Gleneagles Global Health City, and KIMS Hospital Hyderabad — have dedicated lung transplant teams comprising pulmonologists, transplant surgeons, anaesthesiologists, perfusionists, and critical care specialists. Indian thoracic surgeons are internationally trained, with many holding fellowships from institutions such as the Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, and Toronto General Hospital — widely regarded as global leaders in lung transplantation. ### Expert Surgical Teams and Advanced Facilities India's lung transplant centres are equipped with state-of-the-art hybrid operating theatres, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support, and advanced ventilator management systems. The use of ex-vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) technology at select centres allows assessment and reconditioning of donor lungs, expanding the pool of viable organs and improving transplant outcomes. Cardiopulmonary bypass capabilities and dedicated transplant ICUs with negative-pressure isolation rooms ensure the highest standards of post-operative care. ### Post-Transplant Care and Rehabilitation Recovery from a lung transplant is a carefully managed process. Patients typically spend 2–4 weeks in hospital, followed by a structured outpatient rehabilitation programme lasting 3–6 months. Indian transplant centres provide comprehensive post-operative support, including immunosuppression management, pulmonary rehabilitation, infection surveillance, and spirometry monitoring. Curivora coordinates every aspect of the patient journey — from initial evaluation and donor matching through surgery, recovery, and long-term follow-up with the patient's home physician.