Using drones to transport donor lungs for transplantation
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether unmanned aircraft can safely transport donor lungs for transplantation between cities. You may be eligible if you are an adult waiting for a lung transplant.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You must meet the standard medical criteria for a lung transplant.
- You must be able to provide written informed consent.
- The donor lung must be suitable for transplantation according to medical standards.
- The transplant must be a single or double lung transplant (not combined with other organs).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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