Tag: kidney_transplant
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Pig Kidney Patient Successfully Transitions to Human Transplant
A patient with a pig kidney transplant has successfully received a human kidney, showcasing xenotransplantation's potential as a vital bridge therapy for end-stage kidney disease patients awaiting compatible organs.
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Media Monitor: New Device Extends Organ Preservation Time for Transplants
MIT Technology Review reports on a Texas A&M University team's new device that supercools organs without ice, extending pig kidney preservation to 72 hours and potentially easing the organ shortage crisis.
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Pioneering CAR T Cell Therapy Opens Doors for Kidney Transplant Patients
Penn Medicine's clinical trial uses CAR T cell therapy to enable kidney transplants for two end-stage patients, offering transformative hope for those on waiting lists.
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