Medical researchers gather to discuss artificial wombs
The researchers will look at the ethics and possibilities of creating devices to increase the chances of extremely pre-mature babies surviving after birth.
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Sep 20, 2023, 12:35 PM
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26ds agoMedical researchers will be meeting this week to discuss artificial wombs.
The researchers will look at the ethics and possibilities of creating devices to increase the chances of extremely pre-mature babies surviving after birth.
Artificial wombs are not meant to replace a pregnant mother, instead they would act as a womb after birth by delivering oxygen, nutrients and hormones as the infant continues to develop vital organs.
