Xenotransplantation and Risks: The Opinion of Veterinary Students at Spanish Universities.

Background: Understanding the perception of the risks associated with xenotransplant, especially among professionals who will contribute to the care of the animals, is important for xenotransplant to become a clinical reality. The objective of this study was to analyze opinions regarding the risks of organ xenotransplant among veterinary university students in Spain.

Methods: The study population was 2683 veterinary students from different courses and universities in Spain.