Few state laws provide any oversight whatsoever, and almost anyone, regardless of expertise, can dissect and sell human body parts. Surgeons say no mannequin or computer simulation can replicate the tactile response and emotional experience of practicing on human body parts. ReutersResearchers rely on donated human body parts to develop new surgical instruments, techniques and implants; and to develop new medicines and treatments for diseases. “The need for human bodies is absolutely vital,” said Chicago doctor Armand Krikorian, past president of the American Federation for Medical Research. Generally, a broker can sell a donated human body for about $3,000 to $5,000, though prices sometime top $10,000.

Source: bd News24 October 25, 2017 03:33 UTC