Before transplant
Before transplant
In this section
Referral and screening
The transplant team will gather a lot of information to help them determine whether transplant is the best option for you.
Inpatient transplant assessment
If the team considers transplant as an option for you, you will be admitted to the hospital for a full assessment.
The active list
The lung transplant waiting list is called 'the active list' because it is not a normal waiting list. The lungs don't go to the person waiting the longest—they go to the best match.
Living well while waiting for transplant
To stay healthy while you are waiting, you will need to follow important lifestyle advice.