Xenotransplantation: Historical Context and Ethical Dilemmas

This chapter explores the historical experiments of xenotransplantation, from early questionable practices to the challenges of using chimpanzees and the rationale for genetically modifying pigs. It raises ethical concerns regarding organ sourcing from animals and the implications of speciesism, while also discussing advancements in genetic engineering like CRISPR-Cas9. The conversation highlights the complexities of human-animal relationships and the moral considerations that arise in the pursuit of medical innovations.