
My animal heart
Unexplainable
The Heart of Xenotransplantation
This chapter delves into the revolutionary field of xenotransplantation, focusing on the transplant of pig hearts into humans and the significant challenges encountered, like organ rejection. It narrates the journey from groundbreaking genetic modifications using CRISPR technology to the poignant story of a human patient's experimental surgery, highlighting both initial success and subsequent complications.
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