A US man who received the first groundbreaking pig heart died two months later after the experiment. The Maryland hospital that performed the surgery announced his death Wednesday.
The Maryland resident, David Bennett, died Tuesday at the University of Maryland Medical Center. He was 57, and his health had deteriorated over the past few days.
The surgeon that performed on Bennett released a statement.
Dr. Bartley Griffith said the operation team is devastated by the loss of Mr. Bennett, and that he proved to be a brave and noble patient who fought all the way to the end.
“We extend our sincerest condolences to his family.”
Mr. Bennett became known by millions of people around the world for his courage.
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