c) Trachea transplant

In 2013, a groundbreaking medical achievement occurred with the first successful trachea transplant involving a synthetic organ created from a patient’s own cells. This procedure marked a significant advancement in regenerative medicine and organ transplantation. By using the patient’s cells, doctors were able to reduce the risk of organ rejection, a major challenge in transplants. This technique, known as tissue engineering, involves creating organs in a lab using a combination of biocompatible materials and the patient’s cells. The success of this trachea transplant opened new possibilities for treating organ failure and diseases, reducing reliance on donor organs, and advancing personalized medicine. It underscored the potential of combining biomedical engineering with cell therapy to address complex medical challenges.