Myth to Medicine
Explore the fascinating journey from ancient myths of body part replacement to the groundbreaking developments in organ transplantation. The discussion delves into philosophical questions about identity and the ethical considerations that emerged alongside medical advancements. Discover how early stories laid the groundwork for a reality that was once thought impossible.In this clip
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This Podcast Will Kill You
Ep 66 The Outs and Ins of Organ Transplantation
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I would love to hear your thoughts on liver transplants, specifically in the case of my daughter. She had a liver transplant 11 years ago due to biliary atresia and has been doing amazingly well since then—without any issues or rejections. Her doctors call her the poster child for liver transplants, and her labs are all perfect. The only medication she is on is an anti-rejection medication, tacrolimus.
Is it okay to use animal organs for transplant onto humans?