Artificial lung supports patient after bilateral pneumonectomy

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A novel artificial lung system successfully kept a patient alive after both lungs were removed, enabling a life-saving transplant. The system replaced the function of the lungs and stabilized the patient's circulation, revealing irreversible damage and making transplantation possible when other options were exhausted. This case highlights the potential of artificial organ technology to bridge critical gaps in treatment for severe respiratory conditions.


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