Post-operative management of children after lung transplantation

Abstract

Post-operative care for children and adolescents who undergo lung transplantation is a challenge because of the potential for numerous complications during this period, which can considerably impact the short- and long-term outcomes. The immediate post-operative phase is particularly critical, and complications are frequent; therefore, knowledge, early recognition, and appropriate treatment of these complications are imperative and can only be achieved through close collaboration between a wide range of medical specialties. The aim of this review is to provide an abbreviated overview of the optimal post-operative management of children in an intensive care unit, as well as to describe frequently occurring complications and their treatment.