Medical Breakthroughs in Vietnam
A Lifeline for Patients
with End-Stage Multiple Organ Failure
Viet Duc University Hospital successfully performed the first simultaneous heart–lung transplant in Vietnam, marking a significant breakthrough in the country’s organ transplantation field.
Performing hospital
Viet Duc University Hospital
Procedure duration
08/2025
In August 2025, Viet Duc University Hospital marked a historic milestone by successfully performing a simultaneous heart–lung transplant on a 38-year-old female patient. This is the most complex organ transplant procedure in the world, offering new hope for patients with end-stage organ failure.
Key technical breakthroughs:
Result: The patient recovered steadily, regained independent breathing, and returned to normal life. This achievement officially places Vietnam among the countries that have fully mastered the world’s most complex organ transplant techniques.
Considered one of the most challenging procedures in modern medicine
Cardiology – Respiratory – Intensive Care – Immunology working in close collaboration
Treatment plans are tailored to each patient for optimal outcomes
Highly experienced doctors with extensive expertise in handling complex cases
Innovative Bronchial Anastomosis
Instead of using the traditional tracheal connection method, doctors connected the two main bronchi to ensure optimal blood perfusion and minimize the risk of anastomotic necrosis.
Lung Volume Reduction Technique
(Volume Reduction)
The donor lungs, which were larger than the recipient’s chest cavity, were meticulously reduced in size to achieve a perfect fit, ensuring proper respiratory function immediately after surgery.
“Balanced Medication” Strategy
A treatment protocol combining nearly 40 medications along with advanced blood filtration systems to both strongly prevent organ rejection, protect kidney function, and control multidrug-resistant infections.
Personalized Care Protocol
Parenteral nutrition and pulmonary rehabilitation programs are individually tailored for critically weakened patients.
From Critical Prognosis to Remarkable Recovery
From a patient with multiple organ failure, severe valvular heart disease, and complete dependence on mechanical support, she was able to breathe independently and gradually return to normal life.
Optimizing Survival Outcomes
The 1-year survival rate can reach 72%–90%, and around 60% after 5 years — a significant improvement compared to conventional medical treatments.
Affirming Vietnam’s Medical Excellence
Vietnam has officially established its place among the countries that have mastered the world’s most complex organ transplant techniques, showcasing the exceptional clinical expertise of its domestic medical teams.
This first heart–lung transplant not only saved a life but also laid a strong foundation for multi-organ transplant programs in Vietnam, affirming that even patients in the most critical stages still have a chance at life thanks to the relentless advancements of modern medicine.
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