Lung Transplantation
Lung Transplantation in High Air-Pollution Environments
Specialized lung transplant care that accounts for environmental risks and long-term respiratory health.
Advanced transplant evaluation, post-transplant care, and preventive strategies
designed for patients living in highly polluted regions.
The Intersection of Air Pollution and Lung Transplantation
Air pollution is a major contributor to chronic lung disease worldwide and plays a critical role in patients who require lung transplantation. Prolonged exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5), industrial emissions, vehicular pollution, and biomass smoke accelerates lung damage and worsens respiratory health.
In regions with high pollution levels, environmental exposure influences not only disease progression, but also transplant eligibility, recovery, and long-term graft survival.
Why Air Pollution Matters in Lung Transplant Care
Air pollution has a direct impact on both pre- and post-transplant outcomes:
- Increases the risk of advanced lung disease requiring transplantation
- Triggers airway inflammation and infections after transplant
- May contribute to chronic lung allograft dysfunction (CLAD)
- Especially relevant in India and other highly polluted regions
" Environmental exposure is a clinical risk factor—not just a lifestyle issue "
A Pollution-Aware Approach to Lung Transplantation
Dr. Srinivas Rajagopala follows a pollution-aware transplant care model that integrates environmental risk assessment into every stage of treatment.
Key Focus Areas:
- Comprehensive pre-transplant evaluation considering pollution exposure
- Close post-transplant surveillance for infections and graft function
- Preventive guidance to reduce pollution-related complications
- International transplant protocols adapted to Indian environmental conditions
This approach ensures care that is both globally aligned and locally relevant.
Why Choose Dr. Srinivas Rajagopala?
- 20+ years of transplant expertise
- Leader in complex pulmonary care
- Ethical, patient-first approach
- Focused on long-term outcomes
Who Can Benefit from This Care?
- Patients with advanced lung disease living in high-pollution areas
- Lung transplant recipients requiring long-term post-transplant care
- Patients with recurrent infections or declining graft function
- Individuals seeking specialized transplant evaluation and guidance