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Lung Transplantation
Northwestern Medicine surgeons develop a total artificial lung system to keep a patient alive for 48 hours after removing both lungs, enabling a double-lung transplant
by News Sourceby News SourceArtificial lung system For the sickest acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients, clinicians often rely on prolonged life support and time, hoping the lungs can recover. …
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Lung Transplantation
New study shows lung cancer surveillance in the United States misses most patients; Northwestern Medicine researchers urge universal age-based screening
by News Sourceby News SourceCarla and her kids Carla Tapia Carla Tapia, a mother of three from Beltsville, Md., was shocked to learn about her stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis …
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Lung Transplantation
Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute performs Illinois’ first known robotic lung transplant, pioneering minimally invasive approach for select patients
by News Sourceby News SourceDr. Ankit Bharat at the robot console Advanced surgical benefits The robotic approach allows surgeons to work with unprecedented precision using 3D visualization while seated at …
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Kidney Transplantation
Abbott Northwestern in Minneapolis stops kidney transplants
by Jeremy Olsonby Jeremy OlsonStaffing challenges prompted Allina Health to halt kidney transplants at its flagship hospital, Abbott Northwestern in Minneapolis, despite a growing need for the procedures in a society struggling with chronic …
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Liver Transplantation
Northwestern Medicine launches a clinical program to make liver transplants more accessible in patients with stage 4 colorectal cancer
by News Sourceby News SourceDr. Deech, Baalsei and Nadig from the clinic Chicago – March 18, 2025 – The lack and drawbacks of donor organs within the allocation system can create …
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Liver Transplantation
Liver Transplant Surgery: Chicago surgeons split their livers to save two lives in Northwestern Medicine. New Programs for Colorectal Cancer
by News Sourceby News SourceChicago (WLS) – A Northwest Medical Surgeon split his liver to save two lives. ABC7 Chicago is currently streaming 24/7. Click here to watch The surgery also brings new hope …
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Kidney Transplantation
Northwestern Medicine performs second awake kidney transplant surgery
by News Sourceby News SourceDr. Rohan shows Harry his new kidney His daughter, Trewaunda Stackhouse, 45, of Waukegan, Illinois, stepped up to donate one of her kidneys. Harry Stackhouse was happy …
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Lung Transplantation
Woman with stage 4 colon cancer receives double lung transplant at Northwestern University
by News Sourceby News SourceAfter her colon cancer returned, Mandy Wilk was left with few options to stay alive. When she was diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer in 2017, it had already spread …
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Lung Transplantation
Northwestern Medicine Performs First-ever Double Lung Transplant on Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer Patient
Minnesotan Amanda Wilke's 42nd birthday, June 10, wasn't just a day to celebrate. After battling colorectal cancer since 2017, Wilk rang the bell at Northwestern Medical School in Chicago to …