Xenotransplantation of a pig's genetically modified kidneys into a brain-dead human has proved to be successful

Xenotransplantation of genetically modified pig kidneys function well in humans

Xenotransplantation is the transportation of an organ from one species to another. It’s important because there is a worldwide shortage of donated organs for humans. In this trial, 10 genetically modified pigs’ kidneys were used. Four pig genes that had proved a barrier to successful cross-species transplants were removed while six human genes were inserted. …

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