Key result
Exercise training appears safe and beneficial for patients awaiting lung transplantation and lung transplant recipients, though optimal evidence-based guidelines require further research.
Why the study?
Does an exercise training program improve exercise capacity and provide benefits in individuals awaiting or recovering from lung transplantation?
Population
Individuals with severe end-stage chronic lung disease awaiting lung transplantation and recipients of lung…
Design
Review
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Supports exercise training consideration in lung transplant care; leaves open optimal protocols pending higher-level trials.
Does an exercise training program improve exercise capacity and provide benefits in individuals awaiting or recovering from lung transplantation?
Exercise training appears safe and beneficial for lung transplant candidates and recipients, though specific evidence-based guidelines are still needed.
Mathur et al. (2009) conducted a review in Severe end-stage chronic lung disease and lung transplant recipients. Exercise training was evaluated. Exercise training appears safe and beneficial for patients awaiting lung transplantation and lung transplant recipients, though optimal evidence-based guidelines require further research.