Artificial lung development takes step forward
This article was originally published in Clinica
Executive Summary
Scientists may have moved a step closer to the development of an artificial lung thanks to research by two US bioengineers. Dr Brack Hattler and William Federspiel have invented a device that functions like a temporary set of lungs, which, they believe, could have tremendous benefits for people suffering from emphysema, chest trauma or acute respiratory distress.