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Artificial Lung in the Works

Posted by michael on from the smokers-rejoice dept.

StudMuffin writes "The University of Michigan Medical Center announced that an artificial lung that uses tiny hollow fibers and the heart's own pumping power to oxygenate blood is showing promise in pre-clinical studies, and may reach clinical trials in about a year for lung failure patients awaiting a lung transplant."

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  1. So I can keep smoking! by cromano · · Score: 1, Troll

    I'm a tobacco smoker, and have been for many years. Yeah, it's a filthy habit, and bad for you, and stinks and whatever, but I happen to enjoy it.

    Lots of people tell me "you'll die of lung cancer!", to which my standard reply is "by the time I get lung cancer, I'll be able to buy new lungs at the seven-eleven!".

    I have many other witty counterarguments, but the one people seem to like best (especially women) is "My Body, My Choice!"

    But I'm glad to see I may be able to purchase those lungs at some point. Rather not have cancer, rather not quitting smoking either.

    Life is good.

    Wolfe.