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The Lung Cancer Center of Excellence within Tampa General Hospital’s Cancer Institute is nationally recognized, with lung cancer outcomes that exceed national averages. From April 2020 and March 2021, Tampa General performed more high acuity lung cancer surgeries than any other hospital in the state.

Specific lung transplant criteria are used to determine admission into Tampa General Hospital’s Lung Transplant Program. Each potential candidate must be referred to the program by a physician, who is required to complete a lung transplant referral form.

A computed tomography (CT) scan provides 3-D images of bones, blood vessels and soft tissues. A computed tomography (CT) scan is a diagnostic tool that can identify internal injuries and diseases as well as help physicians plan medical treatment. Using X-ray images and computer processing, a CT scan creates cross-sectional 3-D images of bones, blood vessels and soft tissues. It can provide more detail than an X-ray alone.