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GM pig kidney sustains man 9 months, bridges to human transplant

A genetically modified pig kidney kept a 66-year-old man alive for a record nine months, serving as a bridge to a human transplant. This is a first in xenotransplantation, demonstrating long-term viability of animal organs in humans. The success could accelerate clinical adoption, though broader efficacy and safety remain unproven.

Guardian Worldabout 14 hours agoUSengCredibility 32%View source

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Confidence0.7
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Source credibility0.3

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#xenotransplantation#genetic engineering#organ transplant#medical breakthrough#kidney failure

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