Talk:Organ replacement in animals
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I'm not sure that this table is wholly encyclopedic, especially the cost column (in US$ ?). I've left it here so that if others feel it should be inculded it can easily be replaced. Inner Earth 14:01, 28 May 2006 (UTC)
| Therapy | Probable Condition | Probable Patient | Cost (if available) | Likely Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Hip Replacement | Ostoarthritis, hip dysplasia | Dogs | $3600 - $3800 | 95% full recovery |
| Pacemaker Implant | Bradycardia, tachycardia | Dogs, cats, horses | $1000 - $2000 | Prolongs life 3 to 5 years |
| Blood transfusion | Traumatic injuries, invasive surgical procedures, toxicity, anemia | Dogs, cats | ||
| Heart valve replacement | Heart disease | Dogs | Recovered Valve Function | |
| Renal replacement therapy | Antifreeze poisoning, leptospirosis, pancreatitis, liver failure, chronic renal failure | Dogs, cats | Procedure:$9500 - $11000 Immunosuppressant medication:$150 - $200/month | 80 - 90% survival (leptospirosis) 15% survival (antifreeze poisoning) |
| Prosthetic limbs | Injuries requiring amputation | Dogs, cats, horses, birds, farm animals | $400 - $800 | Recovered mobility |
| Orthopedic implants | Long bone fractures, bowed tendons | Horses | Full recovery |
