Transgenic pig kidney recipient dies after historic transplant
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A man who received a genetically modified pig kidney transplant in March 2024 has died, according to a statement released by Massachusetts General Hospital. The patient, identified as 62-year-old Richard "Rick" Slayman, had battled chronic kidney disease for years and underwent the groundbreaking surgery as a last resort.
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| Michelle Rose/Massachusetts General Hospital |
What is Xenotransplantation?
Xenotransplantation refers to the transfer of organs or tissues from one species to another. In this case, surgeons transplanted a kidney from a genetically modified pig into a human recipient.
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Importance of transplantation:
Slayman's surgery marked a significant breakthrough in xenotransplantation research. The pig kidney functioned for almost two months, highlighting the potential of this technology to address the critical shortage of human donor organs.
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Cause of death unknown:
The hospital stressed that Slayman's cause of death was not yet known and was not believed to be directly related to the transplant.
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The Future of Xenotransplantation:
Despite this setback, researchers are optimistic about the future of xenotransplantation. This case provides valuable data for further research and development in this field.
Pig kidney transplant, xenotransplantation, organ shortage, Richard Slayman, Massachusetts General Hospital
