Custom machine kept man alive without lungs for 48 hours

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Nervous Narwhal

A team of surgeons at Northwestern University has successfully kept a critically ill man alive for 48 hours without his lungs, using a custom-engineered artificial device. The machine, known as the "flow-adaptive extracorporeal total artificial lung system" (TAL), is designed to mimic the function of natural lungs and provide oxygenation and circulation support.

The patient, a 33-year-old man, had developed severe pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) due to an Influenza B infection. His condition was so dire that his doctors considered him a lost cause, but the surgical team led by Ankit Bharat decided to try the unorthodox approach.

The TAL device was able to keep the patient's vital signs stable for two days, despite the fact that he had no lungs. The machine used a combination of oxygenation and circulation support to maintain the patient's blood pressure and prevent tissue damage.

The surgery was a success, and the patient was eventually able to receive a double lung transplant. However, the removal of both lungs posed significant challenges, including the risk of internal bleeding and damage to the heart.

The development of this new technology offers hope for patients who have been deemed too far gone for traditional treatments. While it is still in its infancy, the TAL device has shown promise as a life-saving tool for those struggling with severe lung diseases.

The study's findings also highlight the importance of research into new treatments and technologies for critical illnesses. The use of advanced imaging techniques such as spatial transcriptomics allowed the researchers to create a high-resolution molecular map of the removed lungs, which provided valuable insights into the extent of the damage.

While there are still many challenges to overcome before this technology can be widely adopted, the success of this case study is a testament to the power of innovation and collaboration in medical research.
 
omg dude I'm literally speechless about this new lung machine! 🤯 48 hours without lungs is like something out of a sci-fi movie but it's real life now! The fact that they were able to save this guy's life and then even get him a double lung transplant is just mind-blowing... I mean, the future of medicine is looking bright if you ask me 😎.
 
I gotta say, 48 hours without lungs is insane 💀! I mean, I've heard of people living without limbs or organs, but this is on another level 🤯. The fact that they were able to keep the patient stable for two days using this TAL device is just mind-blowing 💥.

I'm also really excited about the advancements in imaging techniques and how they're helping us understand more about lung diseases 🧬. It's amazing to think about how far we've come in medical research, and I can only imagine what other life-saving technologies are on the horizon 🔬.

For me, this is a huge reminder of why innovation and collaboration are so important 💡. We're living in an era where medical science is advancing at an incredible rate, and it's inspiring to see researchers pushing boundaries and finding new ways to help people 🌟.
 
🤯💡 I think it's mind-blowing that we're living in a time where sci-fi concepts like this are becoming a reality! I mean, who would've thought that we'd have machines that can keep people alive for 2 whole days without lungs? 😲 The TAL device is a game-changer, and it's amazing to see how it's giving new hope to patients with severe lung diseases. It's also super cool to learn about the advanced imaging techniques used in this study - spatial transcriptomics sounds like something straight out of a futuristic movie! 🎥 Overall, I'm hyped about where medical research is headed, and I think we'll see some incredible breakthroughs in the years to come 💻👏
 
omg did u know that cats have 32 muscles in each ear 🐱😹 i was just watching this vid on youtube where cat's ears move independently like they're listening to a different frequency or something it's so wild i feel like we can learn from their flexibility and stuff 💡 anyway back to the lung device thingy yeah it's cool that they used spatial transcriptomics to study the lungs it's like a new level of sci-fi lol but seriously can u imagine having a machine that can replace ur lungs just think about all the ppl who could use it like me if i snorkeled too much 😂
 
I'm not surprised they were able to keep him alive for 48 hours, that's just how far we've sunk as a society, relying on machines to do everything for us. I mean, what's next? Having a machine replace your brain too? 🤖 This is just the beginning of a slippery slope where humans become mere lab rats for medical experiments.

And don't even get me started on the cost of this "breakthrough" tech. Who's footing the bill for all these expensive machines and surgeries? The healthcare system, that's who. And what about the people who can't afford it? They're just going to die off because they're not "lucky enough" to have access to this newfangled technology.

I'm all for innovation and progress, but come on, let's keep things in perspective here. We're playing with fire when we tamper with human biology like this. What are the long-term consequences of having these machines breathing for us? 🤔
 
🤯 just can't believe what they've done here! 48 hours without lungs? it's like sci-fi or something! i mean, we're still talking about humans here, right? the fact that this new device worked is a huge deal. i'm not gonna lie, when i first read this, my mind went blank trying to wrap my head around it. but the more i read, the more i realized just how incredible this technology is. we've come so far in medical research, and it's amazing to see people pushing boundaries like this.

but what really gets me is that this guy was considered a lost cause by his doctors... can you imagine being told that? and yet, here's this team of surgeons who refuse to give up on him. it just goes to show that with enough determination and innovation, we can achieve some truly remarkable things. 💡
 
🤯 I'm literally blown away by this mind-blowing breakthrough! It's like something straight outta a sci-fi movie 🚀 - keeping someone alive without lungs? That's some serious tech wizardry 💻! And can you believe the patient was on death's doorstep due to an Influenza B infection, but those surgeons at Northwestern University were like "hey, let's try this crazy new thing" 🤔. I mean, it's not like they failed or anything - they succeeded in keeping him alive for 48 hours and then getting him a new pair of lungs 👍.

This is what I'm talking about when I say innovation and collaboration can change lives 💡! It's like the Terminator had nothing on this TAL device 🤖. The fact that it provided oxygenation, circulation support, and even helped prevent tissue damage? That's some serious future-tech right there 🔥. And can we talk about the spatial transcriptomics part for a sec? That sounds like something straight outta a futuristic lab 🧬.

Anyway, I'm all for this kind of research and development - who knows what other life-saving tech is waiting to be discovered 💸?
 
Ugh, I'm so skeptical about this "miracle" device 🤔... I mean, what's next? Putting people on life support for 48 hours and expecting them to just magically recover? It sounds like they're holding onto people until some miracle cure comes along 😒. And what about the long-term effects of relying on a machine like that? Are we just delaying the inevitable? 💀 Plus, it's a double lung transplant now... did they even consider the emotional toll on the family and friends? I bet they didn't think about all the potential complications 🤷‍♂️. And what about the cost? This tech is gonna be super expensive, for sure 😱.
 
omg u can't even imagine how mind blown this is! 😲 they literally brought someone back from the dead using a machine that makes oxygen for them 🌱👨‍⚕️ ankit bharat & co are pure geniuses 💡 and to think they did it just to give him a chance at a double lung transplant... gives me all the feels 🤗 this tech is gonna save so many lives & i'm low-key hoping they can make it more accessible for people in need ❤️
 
I'm still shakin' my head about this 🤯! I mean, no lungs for 48 hours? That's just mind-boggling. I can only imagine how scary it must've been for the patient and his family. But at the same time, it's incredible to think that a team of surgeons were able to come up with this crazy solution and make it work 🤝.

I was talking to my friend who's a nurse the other day, and she said that cases like this are becoming more common. She said that there are so many people out there struggling with lung diseases and not having any options left. This tech is giving them hope, and that's amazing 💡.

And can we talk about how awesome the researchers are? I mean, they used some crazy-advanced imaging techniques to map out the patient's lungs before the surgery. That's like something straight out of a sci-fi movie 🔬! It just goes to show that science is still pushing boundaries and finding new ways to save lives 🌟.
 
🤩 just heard about this crazy new devide that lets people breathe w/o lungs lol it's like somethin outta a sci-fi movie! 33yo dude gets infected w/ flu & his lungs fail, but doctors are all "oh no he's gonna die" but then they whip out this TAL thingy & keep him alive for 48 hours straight 🕰️. It's mind blowin to think that they can just take away someone's organs & still save their life. double lung transplant afterwards tho...that's some crazy stuff 💉
 
I'm literally blown away by this! 😲 I mean, who would've thought that we're gonna see humans survive without lungs?! 🤯 The TAL device is insane, I love how they used spatial transcriptomics to map out the damage on the removed lungs, it's like sci-fi stuff right? 💻 And the fact that this technology can be life-saving for people with severe lung diseases is just mind-blowing... I hope this tech gets widely adopted soon so we can save more lives! 🙏
 
🤖 I gotta say, this new lung thingy is pretty wild... I mean, 48 hours without lungs? That's just crazy talk! 😱 And I'm not saying it wasn't necessary or anything, but what about all the other stuff that gets messed up when you take out a couple of organs? Like, did they even think about the heart? 🤯 The fact that this tech is still in its infancy and can be life-saving for those who've been deemed too far gone is pretty cool, though. It's like, we're finally making progress with these crazy diseases! 💡 But I'm just worried about what kind of long-term effects it could have on people. Like, are they gonna be fine after the transplants? 🤔
 
can you imagine having an artificial lung implanted like that? 🤯 it's wild that they were able to keep someone alive for 48 hours without lungs... i mean, we're talking about a device that's basically making its own way, adapting to the patient's needs... it's not just a machine, it's a lifeline. and to think they used spatial transcriptomics to map out the damage in the lungs... that's some next-level science right there 💻💡
 
omg y'all, can u even believe they managed to keep someone alive w/o lungs 4 48 hours?! that's insane 💀🔥 i mean, i'm all for pushing the boundaries of med tech but this is on a whole different level! what if it could've happened in our lifetime tho? imagine being able to live without the constant fear of respiratory failure 😱 the devs are literally saving lives over here 👏
 
😊 The recent breakthrough in artificial lung technology has opened up new avenues for treating patients with severe respiratory conditions. The fact that the custom-engineered TAL device was able to sustain life for 48 hours without lungs is a remarkable achievement, especially considering the dire prognosis of the patient 🤯.

The use of advanced imaging techniques such as spatial transcriptomics also sheds light on the complexities of lung disease and could potentially lead to more targeted treatments in the future 🔬. While there are still many challenges to overcome before this technology can be widely adopted, it's heartening to see researchers pushing the boundaries of innovation in medical research 💡.

One potential area for further exploration is the development of more miniaturized versions of the TAL device that could be used in emergency situations or as a bridge to transplantation. This could save countless lives and provide new hope for patients who have been deemed too far gone for traditional treatments 🌟.
 
I'm low-key obsessed with this new lung machine 😍! I mean, think about it, no lungs and still alive for 2 days? That's insane! The team at Northwestern Uni did an amazing job, and I'm not surprised they were able to keep the patient stable using that TAL device.

The fact that they could use advanced imaging techniques to study the removed lungs is like, whoa 🤯. It's crazy how much we can learn from just one thing. This tech has so much potential for people with severe lung diseases. I'm not saying it's a cure-all or anything, but it's definitely something to get excited about!

I know some ppl might be thinking 'what about the risks?' and yeah, there are always risks involved, but at least now we have another tool in our toolbox 🧠. The fact that this study was able to show promise is huge, and I'm all for more research on this!
 
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