Recovery after open heart surgery or a sternotomy involves safe movement and precautions. Learn about the “move within the tube” approach.

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Devoted carers support patients through the transplant journey. There is an expectation that patients will be accompanied by a carer (or carers) during the workup for Heart / Lung Transplant ...
This is Part 3 of a series on transplant medications. Here we look at all the Non Anti Rejection Medications after a heart / lung transplant. These medications are often prophylactic to prevent ...
"To die will be an awfully big adventure."— J.M. Barrie, Peter Pan When Palliative Care Is Needed It is confronting to realise that the transplant process may not be suitable for ...
"Cowards die many times before their deaths; the valiant never taste of death but once." William Shakespeare "God is good all the time" Wednesday’s lungs have gone to heaven and ...
"Rehabilitation means regaining a sense of your own worth, your strength, your ability to rebuild and construct a new life." - Nelson Mandela Cardiac Rehabilitation: A Vital Step Towards ...
Undergoing a heart or lung transplant is a significant event that comes with potential risks such as bleeding, infection, and complications from surgery or medication. Critical post-transplant testing ...
Are You Ready To Consent To A Heart Transplant Part of the Transplant Work up is for you and your partner/family/carer, to discuss the sobering and humbling statistics of transplant success ...
Patients who are listed and waiting for a Heart Transplant may need extra support in the way of Bridging via Mechanical Devices called a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) or a Total Artificial ...
Recovery after open heart surgery or a sternotomy involves safe movement and precautions. Learn about the “move within the tube” approach.
Unpacking the complex interplay of physical, emotional, psychological and personality changes post-heart transplant.
Learn effective strategies to manage fluid restrictions. Discover tips on limiting fluids, reducing thirst, and healthier dietary choices.
Fluid retention, (oedema), discover the causes, symptoms, management strategies and treatments to manage water retention for optimal health.
Living organ donation is an act of selflessness making it a unique and extraordinary gift. Let’s unpack the altruism of living organ donors.
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