Demographic and Psychosocial Characteristics of Lung Transplant Candidates: Single-Center Analysis

Background. Lung transplantation has changed the course of treatment of lung diseases for the better; however, there are various factors that should be considered to increase the probability of a better outcome. Factors such as the patient’s background, level of education, and income could affect their perception and eventually the results of the procedure. Methods. The present study involved patients who underwent the qualification process for lung transplant along with psychological and sociologic assessment at the Lung Transplant Unit in the Department of Cardiac Surgery and Vascular Surgery, Medical University of Gdansk. The following data were identified in the patients’ medical histor…