Clinical trials of pig organs in humans could initiate in as minute as three years,say researchersThe transplantation of pig organs into humans is a step closer to fitting a reality after researchers showed the organs can function long-term in baboons.
The transplanting of organs from one species to another, known as xenotransplantation, or has been the subject of research for many years. Proponents say it could help get around a shortage of human organs. Related: Should we transplant pig organs into humans? | Chas Newkey-Burden and Susan Watts Related: Gene editing to remove viruses brings transplant organs from pigs a step closer Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com