PURPOSE
To evaluate a new perfusate solution to be used for ex vivo lung perfusion.
METHODS
Randomized experimental study using lungs from rejected brain-dead donors harvested and submitted to 1 hour of ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) using mainstream solution or the alternative.
RESULTS
From 16 lungs blocs tested, we found no difference on weight after EVLP: Steen group (SG) = 1,097±526g; Al...
