Lung Xenotransplantation
Although efforts have been made to expand the pool of donor lung allografts for human lung transplantation, a shortage remains. Lung xenotransplantation has been proposed as an alternative approach, but lung xenotransplantation in humans has not yet been reported. In addition, significant biological and ethical barriers will have to be addressed before clinical trials can be undertaken. However, significant progress has been made toward addressing biological incompatibilities that present a barrier, and recent advances in genetic engineering tools promise to accelerate further progress.
Source: Thoracic Surgery Clinics - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Anthony M. Swatek, Kalpaj R. Parekh Source Type: research
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