Dr. Barry Dworkin

Study succeeds at restoring selected molecular and cellular processes across multiple vital organs after death in pigs. Far from human use and a plethora of bioethical questions remain to be addressed.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for August 4, 2022

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Source:
NYT A ‘Reversible’ Form of Death? Scientists Revive Cells in Dead Pigs’ Organs.

Reference:
Cellular recovery after prolonged warm ischaemia of the whole body

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