Abstract
This chapter begins with an overview of some seminal issues in the area of lung transplantation. The discussion focuses on graft injury and the role of ischemia-reperfusion. The mechanisms underlying ischemia-reperfusion injury and strategies aimed at ameliorating graft injury are also discussed. Specific issues related to pulmonary vascular and right heart dysfunction in the setting of lung transplantation are emphasized.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 191-200 |
| Number of pages | 10 |
| Journal | Problems in Anesthesia |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| State | Published - Jan 1 2001 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine