Why do people use pig organs?
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At present, various large animals have been used in xenotransplantation, including pigs, monkeys, chimpanzees and baboons. Pigs are considered the most ideal organ xenograft donor because their organ size, physiological metabolism and immune system are similar to those of human beings.
People use pig organs for transplantation because they are similar in size and function to human organs. This makes them a potential option when there is a shortage of human organs available for transplantation. Pig organs can be modified to reduce the risk of rejection, but more research is needed in this area.