I am just curious to know anyone's story that considered a transplant or LVRS. I personally would qualify (age 57), but the thought absolutely terrifies me. I think people that go through either one of those surgeries must have a special quality or a determination that I don't have. I decided on stem cell therapy first because I figured that I had nothing to lose by being a Pioneer and everything to gain if it did work. I am relatively young (although many people call me an old bag) so I still would have time to qualify for a transplant if the stem cell therapy didn't work. What about any of you nearing the age where a decision must be made? How will you decide? I am continuing to feel better everyday. The journals I keep with my daily progress help me to realize what a tremendous difference I am experiencing over my health status prior to the stem cell treatment. It is nothing short of a miracle for me. No SOB = New way of life! Costs vary at different clinics, but in comparison to prices for surgery and medical procedures here in the U.S., it is very reasonable. My 4 year old grandson just required a couple of staples in his head from a fall he took. The bill was over $700.00. Let's get a discussion going to see why or why not you would consider lung transplant, LVRS or stem cell therapy.