The first successful human womb transplant could take place within two years, British scientists have said.
London-based experts say they have worked out how to transplant a womb with a regular blood supply so it will last long enough to carry a pregnancy.
Research involving donor rabbits was presented at a US fertility conference.
The charity Uterine Transplant UK is seeking funding of £250,000 after being denied grants by several medical research bodies.
A breakthrough could offer an alternative to surrogacy or adoption for women whose own wombs have been damaged by diseases such as cervical cancer.
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