Heart & Lung Transplantation
Heart & Lung Transplantation in India
Advanced transplant evaluation and long-term care for patients with end-stage heart and lung disease.
Heart and lung transplantation is a life-saving treatment option for eligible patients when medications and other therapies are no longer effective. With timely referral and expert care, transplantation can significantly improve survival and quality of life.
Understanding Heart & Lung Transplantation
Heart and lung transplantation involves replacing a failing heart, lungs, or both with healthy donor organs in patients with end-stage disease. It is considered when conventional medical or surgical treatments can no longer control symptoms or disease progression.
Careful evaluation, patient selection, and long-term follow-up are critical to achieving successful transplant outcomes.
Conditions That May Require Transplantation
Transplantation may be advised for patients with:
- End-stage Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) or Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)
- Severe COPD or advanced pulmonary hypertension
- Advanced heart failure or cardiomyopathy
- Congenital heart–lung conditions
- Post-COVID lung fibrosis (selected cases)
" Early referral allows adequate time for evaluation and transplant planning. "
Comprehensive Transplant Evaluation
Before transplantation, patients undergo detailed assessment to ensure suitability and optimize outcomes.
Evaluation Includes:
- Heart and lung function tests
- CT scans and advanced cardiac imaging
- Infection screening and immunological testing
- Assessment of overall fitness and organ function
Post-Transplant Care & Long-Term Management
After transplantation, patients require lifelong, specialist-led care, including:
- Immunosuppressive medications
- Infection prevention strategies
- Regular monitoring of heart and lung function
- Early detection and management of rejection or complications
"Long-term follow-up is essential for transplant success and quality of life. "
Why Choose Dr. Srinivas Rajagopala?
- 20+ years of transplant expertise
- Leader in complex pulmonary care
- Ethical, patient-first approach
- Focused on long-term outcomes
Advanced Transplant Care Close to Home
India offers advanced transplant facilities supported by experienced multidisciplinary teams. With growing expertise and improving outcomes, heart and lung transplantation in India is now accessible to both domestic and international patients.
Dr. Srinivas Rajagopala provides expert pre-transplant evaluation, post-transplant care, and long-term management for heart and lung transplant patients across India.
Early Referral Can Make a Difference
Consult a specialist if you or a loved one experiences:
- Severe breathlessness at rest
- Dependence on oxygen or ventilator support
- Recurrent hospital admissions
- Progressive decline in heart or lung function