Space surgery is being increasingly seen as a necessary but challenging option, to help support human spaceflight to Mars and other long-range targets. This article highlights some of the interesting challenges with working in a zero-g environment:
phys.org
I thought some of our science fiction writers may find it especially interesting.
From floating guts to 'sticky' blood – here's how to do surgery in space
Earlier this year, it was reported that an astronaut in space had developed a potentially life-threatening blood clot in the neck. This was successfully treated with medication by doctors on Earth, avoiding surgery. But given that space agencies and private spaceflight companies have committed...
I thought some of our science fiction writers may find it especially interesting.
