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Can a transplant surgery be performed in space?
I am a 28 year old male. I was wondering can a transplant surgery be performed in space?
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At some point in the future, it may be technically possible. However, it is unlikely that any space vehicles will have a "Human Spare Parts Bin". Also, like on Earth, one needs a diverse transplant team and critical care facilities and staff. it is unlikely this will be a focus in the foreseeable future. That said, emergency trauma surgery in space is something being investigated.