Jarvik started the quest, but his machine was too clunky, with subsequent efforts requiring external wiring or creating blood clots. Now we are finally getting to the point where artificial hearts are progressing to a new dimension of success that makes them far more viable as replacements for human transplants and the complications from rejection. In the article, Scientists develop artificial heart that beats like the real thing, you can read about this latest develop in cardiac relief.

On another front, the Texas Heart Institute is holding clinical trails to treat cardiac disease using stem cells. Both patients and physicians can click on the link to get information on this important medical application of stem cell research