#1
#1 out of 1
health12h ago
First-Of-Its-Kind Organ Transplant Sees Whole Liver And Both Kidneys Successfully Moved From Pig To Human
- A Chinese team performed the first bilateral liver and kidney transplant using pig organs into a deceased human recipient.
- The pig organs were gene-edited with six edits to minimize rejection and resemble human organ function.
- The study followed the patient for five days, reporting initial organ function and early signs of immune activity.
- Researchers say the results indicate essential hepatic and renal functions depend weakly on the species of the graft, suggesting compatibility between human and pig organs.
- The study notes this is an initial case with limited follow-up, and broader trials are needed to assess long-term viability.
- Public interest in xenotransplantation remains high, with a 2024 survey showing broad willingness to accept pig organs among the public.
- The researchers stressed the need for ongoing follow-up and expansion of cases to determine long-term outcomes.
- The donation and transplant ecosystem in the US remains a backdrop to these advances, highlighting ongoing organ shortages.
- The study used organs with six gene edits to reduce rejection and improve compatibility.
Vote 0