Wiener Privatklinik is a private hospital in Austria. Prof. Rainer Kotz is the Medical Director of the Clinic. Wiener Privatklinik has the connection with some Nobel Prize winners. Among them Theodor Billroth, Robert Barany, Karl Landsteiner, Konrad Lorenz, Otto Loewi, Karl Ritter von Frisch. Sigmund Freud was practicing in the Clinic.
Lung transplant in Austria: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2024
Lung transplant Overview in Austria
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During this surgery, a sick heart is replaces with a donor"s healthy one to preserve patient"s life and improve its quality.
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The procedure replaces diseased heart and lungs with healthy ones, enhancing life quality and longevity.
- Documents: Passport and ticket copies.
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- Deposit:
- Bookimed deposit: $200 or €200.
- Clinic deposit: Pay a set percentage in advance.
Day 1 - Arrival
- Arrive at the hospital for admission.
- Meet the transplant coordinator and team.
- Review overall health status and transplant plan.
Day 2 - Pre-operation
- Consult with a pulmonologist and cardiologist.
- Undergo comprehensive tests including chest X-ray and CT scan.
- Meet with a dietitian and social worker.
Day 3 - Pre-operation
- Undergo further tests including blood tests and lung function tests.
- Prepare for surgery, including fasting and showering with antiseptic soap.
Day 4 - Lung Transplant
- Proceed to the operating room.
- General anesthesia is administered.
- The surgery, taking approximately 4-8 hours, commences.
Day 5 - Post-operation
- Wake up in intensive care unit for monitoring.
- Start physical therapy and breathing exercises.
Week 1-2 - Post-operation
- Shift to the general ward from ICU.
- Monitor for signs of infection or organ rejection.
- Continue physical therapy and breathing exercises.
Week 3-6 - Rehabilitation
- Discharge from hospital, with regular follow-up appointments.
- Start outpatient rehabilitation program.
Week 7-12 - Rehabilitation
- Continue outpatient rehabilitation.
- Gradually return to normal activities.
Week 13 onwards - Long term care
- Resume work and normal activities, based on doctor"s advice.
- Regular follow-up with the transplant team.
Remember, each patient"s journey is individual and timelines may vary.
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