Bridge to transplant using a flow-adaptive extracorporeal total artificial lung system following bilateral pneumonectomy

Key Points

• Bilateral pneumonectomy procedures were successfully supported by the total artificial lung system, enhancing patient stability.
• The flow-adaptive extracorporeal system maintained adequate oxygenation for patients during the transplant waiting period.
• Assessment involved measuring respiratory function and recovery rates in lung transplant candidates following surgery.
• The findings support the potential for enhanced transplant success using this innovative lung support technology.