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Supercooled Organs Could Stretch Time to Transplant

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Extending Organ Viability for Transplants

This chapter explores a groundbreaking technique that can extend the viability of organs for transplant by up to four days, by using freezing temperatures and antifreeze chemicals to prevent ice crystal formation. The method also utilizes machine perfusion to maintain organ function, resulting in a significant increase in survival rates compared to current methods.

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