World’s First Pig Lung Transplant in Brain-Dead Man Lasts Nine Days in China In a medical first, a pig lung was transplanted into a brain-dead human, where it successfully functioned for a remarkable nine days. This groundbreaking procedure took place in China, marking a significant milestone in the field of organ transplantation and xenotransplantation. The […]
Ballooned chest ‘time bomb’ replaced with 3D-printed graft in lifesaving surgery
Ballooned Chest ‘Time Bomb’ Replaced with 3D-Printed Graft in Lifesaving Surgery Surgeons at Brisbane’s Prince Charles Hospital have carried out one of Australia’s most intricate vascular surgeries, replacing a potentially fatal ballooned chest artery with a custom-made 3D-printed graft. This groundbreaking procedure not only saved the patient’s life but also showcased the remarkable advancements in […]
UK team creates first sugar-based test to detect deadly snake venom on the spot
UK Team Creates First Sugar-Based Test to Detect Deadly Snake Venom On the Spot Researchers from Warwick showed the first proof of concept for a cheap and rapid diagnostic test that can detect deadly snake venom using sugar-based technology. This groundbreaking innovation has the potential to revolutionize the way snakebites are diagnosed and treated, particularly […]