# Lung Transplantation

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## Definition

Lung transplantation is a surgical procedure in which one or both diseased lungs are replaced with healthy lungs from a donor. This treatment is typically considered for patients with end-stage lung disease, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or pulmonary fibrosis, who have not responded to other therapies.

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