enotransplantation which is the transfer of organs from one species to another. This has evolved as a result of the shortage of human organs available for donation. The first operation of this type was the transfer of a baboon heart into a 5 pound infant in 1984.

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The first operation of this type was indeed the transfer of a baboon heart into a baby known as "Baby Fae" in 1984, due to the shortage of human organs available for donation.

Enotransplantation Which Is the Transfer of Organs from One Species