Breakthrough Pig-to-Human Kidney Experiment Offers Hope for Organ Transplants

Surgeons at NYU Langone Health have achieved a groundbreaking milestone in organ transplantation by successfully transplanting a genetically modified pig kidney into a brain-dead patient, which functioned for a record-breaking 61 days. This experiment represents a significant step forward in xenotransplantation research, offering hope for the future of organ transplants and addressing the severe shortage of organs. The success of this experiment sheds light on the rejection process and potential treatments, providing a glimmer of possibility for patients on organ transplant waiting lists.