Neurosurgeons Show Optimism for Cryonics, Survey Reveals
Neurosurgeons Are Weirdly Optimistic About Cryonics for Life Extension, Survey Finds
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A survey of over 300 physicians, led by neuroscientist Ariel Zeleznikow-Johnston from Monash University, found that 27.9% believe in the plausibility of cryonic preservation leading to revival. Neurosurgeons were especially optimistic, estimating a 72% success rate for brain preservation, contrasting with a lower 25.5% average across all specialties.
- 0127.9% of surveyed physicians believe cryonic preservation could lead to revival.
- 02Neurosurgeons estimated a 72% probability of success for brain preservation, significantly higher than the overall average of 25.5%.
- 0370.7% of physicians support prescribing anticoagulants to patients nearing death to aid preservation.
- 0444.3% of doctors believe that initiating preservation procedures on consenting patients should be legal.
- 05The study was published in the open-access journal PLOS One, highlighting the need for consensus in the clinical community on cryonic procedures.
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A recent survey conducted by neuroscientist Ariel Zeleznikow-Johnston at Monash University explored physicians' perspectives on cryonics, the practice of preserving individuals for potential future revival. Among the 334 physicians surveyed, 27.9% found cryonic preservation plausible. Neurosurgeons were notably more optimistic, estimating a 72% success rate for brain preservation, compared to a 25.5% median across all specialties. The survey revealed a divide in opinion; while many physicians expressed skepticism, with 47% deeming revival unlikely, there was significant support for certain preservation practices. For instance, 70.7% of respondents approved of administering anticoagulants to patients nearing death to prevent complications that could hinder revival. Additionally, 44.3% of physicians indicated that procedures for preserving living patients should be legally permissible, although 28.8% opposed this. The study, published in PLOS One, underscores the need for clearer guidelines within the medical community regarding cryonics.
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The findings may influence medical practices and discussions surrounding end-of-life options, potentially affecting patients considering cryonics.
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