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Patient with transplanted pig kidney discharged from U.S. hospital

Pigs are particularly suitable as donors because their metabolism is similar to that of humans, but the genetic make-up of the donor animals must be altered in order for their organs to be used.

Pig kidney successfully transplanted into human for the first time

The kidney came from a pig that was genetically-edited to remove harmful pig genes and add certain human genes to improve its compatibility with humans.

Longest-surviving heart transplant patient breaks world record

China’s new organ transplant technique will reduce risks to patients – Experts

Successful kidney transplants rise to 14 at Afe Babalola Multi-System Hospital

Kidney transplant patient shares Lagos hospital experience