Putin’s 150-year lifespan claim meets science reality.

Putin’s claim of organ transplants extending life to 150 meets scientific reality.

Why it matters

  • Putin's claim highlights progress and limits of transplant medicine.
  • Ethical dilemmas arise from using donor organs for anti-aging.

By the numbers

  • No specific numbers mentioned in the abstract/main text.

The big picture

  • Historical attempts like "monkey gland" transplants show longstanding interest.
  • Current tech like blood plasma transfusions show ongoing efforts.

What they're saying

  • Comments question long-term effects and lifelong medication needs.
  • Suggestions for cloning or immune system reprogramming.

Caveats

  • Effects in mice haven't translated to humans.
  • Ethical concerns around using donor organs for anti-aging.

What’s next

  • More research needed to overcome medical challenges.