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This research aims to explore the implications of HHV-6 infection in lung transplant patients.

November 13, 2025PathogensOpen Access

Human Herpes Virus—Six Related Clinical and Functional Implications in Lung Transplant Patients: Bronco Alveolar Lavage Analysis, Coinfections, Rejection, and Survival

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Retrospective analysis reveals positive HHV-6 in lung transplant patients associates with reduced lung function and co-infection risks.

This research aims to explore the implications of HHV-6 infection in lung transplant patients.
Conducted a retrospective analysis of 175 lung transplant recipients.
Performed surveillance bronchoscopies with bronchoalveolar lavage and transbronchial biopsies.
Evaluated graft function via spirometries over a two-year period.
33% of BAL samples tested positive for HHV-6.
High viral load was linked to post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD).
Patients with HHV-6 positive BAL exhibited significantly reduced forced vital capacity (FVC) at follow-up.

Solidoro et al. (2025) studied this question.

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