055833Post: 055833
Date: Sun, 31 Jan 1999
From: Jim Finn
Subj: Re: Ban on xenotransplants (in Europe)
Group -
The European ban on xenotransplantation research is, quite simply, terrible news for all of mankind. In particular, it may represent a significant set-back for those of us who suffer from PD.
I believe this decision is based upon fear of the unknown; rather than on solid medical evidence. With thinking like that we never would have found a vaccine for polio, put a man on the moon, etc.
As most of you know, I have first-hand experience with a cross-species transplant. I am 1 of the original 12 who have had specially-treated "pig cells" injected into the brain. It is important to note that extensive blood work (performed every 3 months since the operation) continues to indicate that there are no foreign viruses in my system.
Jim Finn