Amid growing donor shortage, US patients tired of waiting for transplants line up for pig organs
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Euronews.com
4 months ago
The article discusses the growing interest in xenotransplantation, particularly the use of pig organs for human transplants, due to the shortage of human organs. Patients like Alex Berrios and Carl McNew are exploring the possibility of receiving pig kidneys as they face dire health situations. Researchers are preparing for clinical trials in 2025, with some early experiments showing potential but also significant risks. The FDA requires extensive testing before human trials, and while some patients have survived short-term with pig organs, long-term success remains uncertain. Full article (Euronews.com)