Lung Trsnsplant

Question 1

What type of pathogens cause infection in the first few weeks after transplant

Answer 1

Bacterial are most common

Question 2

When do most infections occur and what are the two most common fungal infections after transplant

Answer 2

3-12 months. Candida and Aspergillus

Question 3

What is the classic morph feature of acute rejection

Answer 3

Mononuclear inflammatory infiltrates around small vessels

Question 4

What is morph feature of chronic rejection

Answer 4

Bronchiolitis obliterans, which is partial or complete obstruction of small airways by fibrosis