Xenotransplantation

The Promise of Xenotransplantation: A New Hope for Patients in Need

The Promise of Xenotransplantation: A New Hope for Patients in Need Summary In this article, we discuss the recent success of surgeons at NYU Langone in transplanting genetically modified pig hearts into deceased human donors, marking a significant milestone in the field of xenotransplantation. We explore the history and science behind xenotransplantation, including the use …

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Xenotransplantation: A Solution to the Organ Shortage Crisis?

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Xenotransplantation: A Solution to the Organ Shortage Crisis? Summary The shortage of donor organs for transplant is a major problem worldwide, with only a small percentage of those in need receiving a transplant. Xenotransplantation, the transplanting of organs from one species to another, has been a field of research for decades but has faced significant …

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