What is Xenotransplantation? The Potential Benefits and Risks of Transplanting Animal Organs into Humans

Surgeons in China have made a world first by successfully transplanting a genetically modified pig kidney into a 69-year-old woman with end-stage renal failure. The organ began to function on the third day after the operation, and the patient’s creatinine levels stabilized, confirming for the first time that the procedure was successful. However, doctors warn that significant risks remain, including the possibility of rejection, infection or coa…

What is Xenotransplantation? The Potential Benefits and Risks of Transplanting Animal Organs into Humans

Xenotransplantation, the process of transplanting organs, tissues, or cells from one species to another, has emerged as a potential solution to the global organ shortage crisis. With over 100,000 people on organ transplant waiting lists worldwide, the demand for viable organs far exceeds the supply. While xenotransplantation offers hope, it also raises significant ethical, medical, and logistical challenges. This article explores the science, po…