John M. Reynolds

Computed Tomography-Based Body Composition Metrics as a Predictor of Textbook Outcome in Lung Transplant Patients.

BACKGROUND Lung transplantation is a complex therapy for end stage lung disease with variable postoperative outcomes. Textbook outcomes, defined by freedom from perioperative morbidity and mortality, have emerged as a comprehensive measure of surgical success. Body mass index (BMI) is commonly used to assess nutritiona...