The very first man to receive a heart transplant from a modified pig has died
The procedure raised optimism that advancements in cross-species organ donation will one day alleviate the longstanding shortage of fully formed human organs for donation, and the team behind the operation is “optimistic” about its future success.
On March 8, 2022, David Bennett Sr., a 57-year-old fatal heart disease patient who was the first to receive a genetically engineered pig heart, died.
According to a statement, Bennett died on Tuesday at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, where the transplant was performed.
Bennett had the transplant on January 7 and lived for two months afterward.
Bennett’s condition deteriorated several days before his death, according to the medical facility, which was unable to determine an exact cause of death.
When it became evident that he would not recover, he was given compassionate palliative care, and he was encouraged to connect with his family during his final hours.
Mr Bennett was aware of the hazards of the operation, acknowledging that it was “a shot in the dark” prior to the procedure.
Doctors at the University of Maryland Medical Center were granted a special exemption by the US medical authorities to carry out the treatment on the grounds that Mr Bennett, who was unfit for a human transplant, would have died otherwise.
He had been bedridden for six weeks before the treatment and was linked up to a machine that kept him alive.
The blog is interesting and well-written! Hopefully, they will develop ways to assist patients who are now suffering from long term-cardiac problems. What a courageous man to take such a risk. Many blessings to you, your family, and your friends.
Very impressive blog, especially in the context of the present predicament! Kudos to the author, good job.
Oh no. That is so unfortunate. What a brave man to have undergone this ground breaking surgery. My condolences to his family.
very interesting topic especially you connect it with your course
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Wow, So nice! very Informative, Thank you Christian for this relevant article in today’s time.
What a brave man to risk everything! This blog is heartbreaking at the same time inspiring because of this, we know that through the advancement of technology, medical professionals will be able to deliver a safe and quality care to their patient. Great job Christian, for choosing this topic!