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Airway complications in the lung transplant recipient

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Airway complications are a common source of morbidity and mortality following lung transplantation. Ischemia, infection, or technical issues may all contribute. We discuss surgical techniques to avoid airway complications, management of anastomotic strictures, and treatment options for post-anastomotic bronchial stenosis. Additional potential complications discussed include dehiscence and malacia, as well as management options for each.

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  2. Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Washington Medical Center, 1959 NE Pacific Street, Box 356310, Seattle, 98195, WA, USA

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Chan, E.Y., Mulligan, M.S. Airway complications in the lung transplant recipient. Curr Pulmonol Rep 5, 141–144 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13665-016-0150-z

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