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Heart and lungs transplant in Spain: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

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2 Recent Heart and lungs transplant Reviews in Spain: Check Real Patient Experience

Bengt-Åke Ek • Corneal transplant Sweden Nov 27, 2021

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Hospital was very good and team. But all plan was catastrophe. When I have book flight and hotel, 2 days before I fly they tell me I most be there 2 days early??? Worst of all I have to pay 600 € more than invoice. I was promised all was include Is looking so good at Webb page. They meeting up on airport book hotel and flight and all is in invoices. But nothing of this happening.
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Bengt-Åke Ek • Corneal transplant Sweden Jul 30, 2021

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All was good
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Heart and lungs transplant Overview in Spain

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patients recommend -
94%
Surgery Time - 8 hours
Stay in the country - 90 days
Rehabilitation - 180 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 11292
Bookimed fees - $0
Types of Heart and lungs transplant
  • During this surgery, a sick heart is replaces with a donor"s healthy one to preserve patient"s life and improve its quality.

  • Damaged lungs are replaced with healthy ones during transplantation to improve breathing and quality of life.

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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Day 1

  • Arrive in the country.
  • Check-in at the medical facility for initial consultation.
  • Meet your transplant team, including a cardiologist and pulmonologist.

Day 2-5

  • Undergo pre-operation medical tests including blood tests and imaging.
  • Have a physical examination and psychological evaluation.
  • Participate in education sessions about the transplant process.

Day 6

  • Preparation for the transplant surgery begins.
  • Get admitted to the hospital.
  • Receive general anesthesia.

Day 7

  • Undergo heart and lungs transplant surgery.
  • The surgery could last between 6 to 12 hours.

Day 8-15

  • Stay in Intensive Care Unit for close monitoring.
  • Start gentle physical therapy as you recover.

Week 3-5

  • Move to a regular hospital room once stable.
  • Continue with physical therapy and start occupational therapy.

Week 6-8

  • Gradual increase in physical activities.
  • Attend follow-up appointments with your transplant team.

Week 9-12

  • Discharge from the hospital with a detailed care plan.
  • Continue with outpatient rehabilitation at home.

Week 13-16

  • Return to light work duties if tolerated.
  • Continue with regular follow-up appointments.

Week 17 onwards

  • Gradual return to normal activities, sports, and full-time work.
  • Regular monitoring will continue to ensure successful transplant.

Remember, each patient"s recovery timeline may vary based on individual health conditions and the complexity of the surgery.

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There are the list of top lung heart transplant hospitals below. It is based on the patients' reviews and Bookimed Medical Doctors expert opinion. Heart and lung transplant may be prescribed to people with lung fibrosis or other malfunction if their heart has had damage due to degradation of respiratory functions. Average success rate is up to 92%, survival rate within 2 years of postoperative period is up to 85%.

Heart and lung transplant centers conduct the operation under general anesthesia utilizing heart-lung blood bypass machine. The procedure lasts for 8-10 hours. Heart and lung transplant cost depends on patient’s condition, duration of stay in a hospital, and urgency of the procedure. The operation is not conducted on patients with oncology, severe infections, hepatitis, diabetes, HIV. Recipients must also be under the age of 60.

Discover the Best Heart and lungs transplant Clinics in Spain: 1 Verified Option and Prices
Check the hospital ranking based on requests and 2 reviews to pick the right Heart and lungs transplant clinic for you.
Centro Médico Teknon
Highest-Rated Clinic for Heart and lungs transplant
Spain, Barcelona
4.7
Excellent
• 404 reviews

Teknon Hospital (Centro Medico Teknon) is a private medical facility in Barcelona, Spain. World-renowned doctors provide diagnostics and treatment at Teknon.

Epileptology (treatment of epilepsy), neurosurgery, oncology, heart surgery, and stem cell therapy are the primary specialties in Teknon Hospital.

Teknon Hospital is No.1 choice for celebrities, sportsmen, and politicians. Teknon doctors delivered Shakira's baby (famous singer), operated Andres Iniesta (Spanish professional footballer), Thomas Röhler (German athlete competed in the javelin throw), provided stem cell therapy to FC Barcelona football players.

Teknon Clinic is a modern medical center that provides a comprehensive range of medical services. Patients from all over the world can find top-notch care for various medical needs, ranging from online consultations to complex surgeries. Our team of highly qualified doctors and medical coordinators works together to ensure the highest quality of care and patient satisfaction.

The top 5 advantages of Teknon Clinic are: 

  1. Experienced and qualified doctors with a special focus on the patient safety and comfort. 
  2. Cutting-edge medical equipment and technologies. 
  3. Comprehensive care from online consultations to complex surgeries. 
  4. Friendly and helpful staff. 
  5. A modern and clean clinic's environment.
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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
European Foundation for Quality Management certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
THE IMTJ MEDICAL TRAVEL AWARD WINNER IN 2019 certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
Patient choice in Neurology certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
Patient choice in Neurosurgery certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
Patient choice for Epilepsy treatment certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
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Bengt-Åke Ek • Nov 27, 2021
Hospital was very good and team. But all plan was catastrophe. When I have book flight and hotel, 2 days before I fly they tell me I most be there 2 days early??? Worst of all I have to pay 600 € more than invoice. I was promised all was include Is looking so good at Webb page. They meeting up on airport book hotel and flight and all is in invoices. But nothing of this happening.
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Updated: 11/27/2021
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2 Recent Heart and lungs transplant Reviews in Spain: Check Real Patient Experience

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