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I suppose this was only a matter of time! The idea of genetic engineering to improve biocompatibility is quite fascinating. At first blush, I couldn't think of any major ethical or moral concerns, however I wonder how this technology, fully realized, will contribute to what I imagine is our "evolution" away from evolution itself and toward controlled modification and augmentation of our species. All interesting stuff...
Pig heart transplanted to human for the first time
Transplant is "compassionate use" rather than part of a clinical trial.
arstechnica.com
Maryland surgeons successfully transplant pig heart into human patient
Dr. Bartley Griffith transplanted a pig heart into David Bennett, who knew there was no guarantee the experiment would work but was willing to try.
nypost.com
Comments:
I suppose this was only a matter of time! The idea of genetic engineering to improve biocompatibility is quite fascinating. At first blush, I couldn't think of any major ethical or moral concerns, however I wonder how this technology, fully realized, will contribute to what I imagine is our "evolution" away from evolution itself and toward controlled modification and augmentation of our species. All interesting stuff...