US surgeons transplanted a gene-edited pig kidney into a human, marking a world-first in xenotransplantation.
In a world-first, US surgeons have transplanted a gene-edited pig kidney into a living human, offering hope for addressing global organ shortages. This pioneering xenotransplantation procedure involves genetically modifying donor pigs in order to achieve compatibility with the human body during surgery. While hailed as a breakthrough, critics raise concerns about organ rejection and the transmission of animal viruses to recipients.
March 30, 2024
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