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Lung Disease
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Normothermic regional perfusion could increase the number of patients receiving lung transplants
Re-perfusing the lungs of an organ donor after the heart has irreversibly stopped beating with a technique called…
New murine model sheds light on anti-MDA5 antibody-positive dermatomyositis
Some diseases involve autoimmune reactions, when the body begins to attack its own cells and proteins. The biological…
Heart transplant recipient’s journey: From patient to advocate
Glen Kelley’s journey as a heart transplant recipient came full circle today in Prague, as he addressed attendees…
Advances in mechanical circulatory support devices
The same technology that enables a bullet train to travel at speeds up to 200 mph without touching…
Xenotransplantation poised to become a clinical reality soon
Speaking today at the Annual Meeting and Scientific Sessions of the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation…
Experts advocate three-pronged approach to identifying missing tuberculosis cases
In the journey towards a world free of Tuberculosis (TB), the crucial first step begins with identifying individuals…
UVA research could help identify COVID-19 survivors at risk for long-haul lung problems
UVA Health researchers have discovered a potential way to predict which patients with severe COVID-19 are likely to…
Study reveals limited access to pulmonary rehabilitation for millions of Americans
Pulmonary rehabilitation, an essential component of care for patients with chronic respiratory conditions, is difficult for millions of…