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First pig lung transplant, and the origins of dark energy

The Naked Scientists Podcast

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This chapter explores a pioneering medical experiment where a pig lung was transplanted into a brain-dead man, highlighting the potential of xenotransplantation to address the organ shortage crisis. It delves into the similarities between pig and human organs and examines the challenges and implications of such advancements in transplantation.

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