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Who is the oldest person to receive a lung transplant?

While no single official record exists for the oldest person to receive a lung transplant, a case report documented a successful procedure on an 81-year-old patient in 2007. This and other notable cases highlight the evolving medical criteria for determining eligibility for such major surgery, challenging the traditional view that advanced age is an absolute barrier.

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Can an 80 year old have a liver transplant? Unpacking the medical factors

According to data from the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN), over 23% of all organ transplant recipients in 2023 were 65 or older. This shifting demographic underscores the fact that the answer to, 'Can an 80 year old have a liver transplant?', is not a simple no, but depends on a careful, individualized medical evaluation.

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Can an 80 year old get a transplant? Eligibility is Based on Health, Not Age

Did you know that there is no standard age limit for receiving an organ transplant? According to the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), eligibility for a transplant is based on a comprehensive medical evaluation of a patient's overall health, not just their chronological age. This means that yes, an 80 year old can get a transplant, provided they meet the necessary health criteria.

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