Preservation and Long-Term Transport of Donor Hearts/Organs
Kazakhstani cardiac surgeons are developing a device that removes and preserves the human heart, significantly improving transplantation outcomes. The technology keeps organs viable for at least 24 hours, with future plans to include kidney preservation. Surgeons can sustain a heart for up to 29 hours and successfully perform transplants.
Unlike existing systems, this device preserves an isolated organ for a longer period while enabling full treatment, including intravascular ultrasound for evaluation and nourishment, ensuring a safer transplant process.