But doctors say modified adult lungs could help save her -- and adult lungs become available much more often . 10-year - old Jessica Murnaghan could die within weeks if she does n't get new lungs . Regulations allow children to be prioritized for similar adult organs , but not adult organs . A lawmaker calls on HHS Secretary Sebelius to convene a meeting immediately . The agency managing organ sales and transplants says breaking rules could hurt patients .
10-year - old Jessica Murnaghan could die within weeks if she does n't get new lungs . Regulations allow children to be prioritized for similar adult organs , but not adult organs . A lawmaker calls on HHS Secretary Sebelius to convene a meeting immediately . The agency managing organ sales and transplants says breaking rules could hurt patients .