1982 Pandemics & Diseases Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 03 Dec First permanent artificial heart transplant performed: On December 3, 1982, Dr. Barney Clark received the first permanent artificial heart, known as the Jarvik-7, at the University of Utah. This groundbreaking surgery marked a significant milestone in medical technology, providing a new option for patients with severe heart disease. Clark lived for 112 days post-surgery, raising both hope and ethical questions about artificial organ transplantation. source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 20 Dec First permanent artificial heart implantation performed: On December 20, 1982, Dr. Barney Clark became the first person to receive a permanent artificial heart, known as the Jarvik-7. This groundbreaking surgery marked a significant milestone in medical technology, providing a new option for patients with severe heart disease. Clark lived for 112 days post-surgery, paving the way for future advancements in artificial heart technology. source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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