In most cases, heart defects can be controlled without the need for surgery, but the condition of some patients may worsen as they get older. Individuals with a congenital heart disease who are referred to TGH by their physician will be evaluated to determine what approach would benefit them the most. The experienced team of medical professionals employed in Tampa General Hospital’s Heart Transplant Center performs a high volume of successful adult heart transplants every year. TGH also is a recognized leader in the field of circulatory support and ventricular assist devices (VADs). 

Chronic renal disease is a condition that can cause the progressive deterioration of kidney function. If left untreated, the condition gradually gets worse with time, eventually leading to end-stage renal disease and organ failure. 

Progressive deterioration of the liver is classified as chronic liver disease and may lead to liver transplant surgery.

Chronic pulmonary disease, also known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD, is a progressive lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe. It is usually a combination of two diseases, chronic bronchitis and chronic emphysema.