Breakthrough Transplant: New York’s Successful Pig Kidney Trial

2023-08-17 22:25:42

New York ∙ Pig kidney transplanted into brain-dead man is a success. The scientists claimed that this was an important step as the kidney functioned normally in humans for a month. Scientists are preparing to experiment with pig kidneys in living humans. The trial is being conducted by New York University Langone Health Hospital.

On April 14, a genetically modified pig’s kidney was transplanted following removing both kidneys of the brain-dead patient. Dr. Robert Montgomery, who is leading the experiment, stated that the function of the pig kidney has been excellent so far.

English Summary : Pig kidney transplant in man, trial success

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