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Lung Transplant for Cystic Fibrosis
Why It Is Done
Some people who have severe lung damage that was caused by cystic fibrosis may get a lung transplant. Experts aren't sure if a lung transplant helps a child with cystic fibrosis live longer.Reference 1 People who have mild or moderate disease do not usually get a transplant, because the risks are greater than the benefits.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: June 15, 2011 |
| Medical Review: | Reference John Pope, MD - Pediatrics
Reference Susanna McColley, MD - Pediatric Pulmonology |
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