Connect with us

Latest News

First-ever person to receive pig’s heart dies two months after surgery

Published

on

  • David Bennett had his heart replaced by a genetically modified pig’s heart after going through surgery.
  • It is unclear whether he died because of the organ transplant.
  • Hospital staff refuses to comment further on cause of death as a thorough examination is yet to take place.

The person who received a pig’s heart transplant passed away on Tuesday afternoon, months after going through the surgery.

David Bennett, 57, had made headlines across the globe after he had his heart successfully replaced by a genetically-modified heart taken from a pig.

However, Bennett passed away just two months after the transplant, according to The Sun

It is unclear whether he died because of the organ transplant or due to some other reason. “There was no obvious cause identified at the time of his death,” a hospital spokesperson told to the New York Times.

The doctor who performed the surgery said that the hospital staff was upset over his death. “He proved to be a brave and noble patient who fought all the way to the end,” said the doctor.

Talking about his patient, the doctor said: “Bennett became known by millions of people around the world for his courage and steadfast will to live.”

The staff refused to comment further on the cause of his death as a thorough examination is yet to take place.

Continue Reading
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Latest News

Iranian President Offers Condolences for Kurram Terrorist Attack

Published

on

By

Masoud Pezeshkian, the president of Iran, has expressed his sorrow for the recent terrorist assault in Pakistan that claimed dozens of lives and denounced the crime.

The Iranian president said that all types of terrorism must be denounced in a statement. In addition to the relatives of the attack victims, he sent his sympathies to the people and government of Pakistan.

“I will stand by its friendly and brotherly country, Pakistan, and will seriously pursue the fight against terrorism to enhance security and stability in the region,” he added.

Continue Reading

Latest News

It’s unfortunate that political points were scored. Claims Against Saudi Arabia Show a Desperate Attitude: Dar

Published

on

By

According to Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, the deputy prime minister and foreign minister, accusing Saudi Arabia of gaining political points is a sign of a desperate attitude.

In response to the PTI founder’s spouse’s remarks on Saudi Arabia, the Deputy Prime Minister stated, “Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are close friends and brothers.”

According to Dar, Saudi Arabia’s path of growth and prosperity is something they greatly admire. The nation of Pakistan takes pride in its strong ties with Saudi Arabia, which has supported it no matter what.

He said it is unfortunate and shows a desperate attitude to “implice Saudi Arabia for petty political point scoring.”

In order to prevent any political forces from jeopardizing Pakistan’s foreign policy, the deputy prime minister of their political objectives.”

Continue Reading

Latest News

Examining Drug Mafia: Balochistani Smuggling Operation Started

Published

on

By

Two drug dealers were detained and an international narcotics deal was thwarted in Balochistan by government institutions.

A significant amount of crystal ice was taken from the individuals who were arrested.

The 70 kg of illegal goods that were found are valued about $1 million on the global market.

The arrested person’s cell phone also yielded contact information for the international drug gangs from Afghanistan and Britain.

The Pakistan Security Forces are dedicated to making the nation drug-free.

Continue Reading

Trending