# Machine may increase number of usable donated lungs for transplants

A new machine can treat damaged donated lungs to make them suitable for transplant. This technology could significantly expand the pool of viable donor lungs, potentially reducing wait times and saving more lives.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### Health
- [The Guardian Health](https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/jul/28/machine-donated-lungs-organ-transplant-nhs-nice) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 23:01:22 GMT