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·January 23, 2022·8 min read

First Clinical-Grade Transplant of Gene-Edited Pig Kidneys Into Brain-Dead Human

Researchers successfully transplanted genetically modified, clinical-grade pig kidneys into a brain-dead human, replacing their native kidneys. The results demonstrate how xenotransplantation could help address organ shortages.

This image shows the anterior surfaces of the kidneys.

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·August 8, 2015·3 min read

Kidney Function Impairment Linked to Brain Disorders

According to a new study, poor kidney function is linked to stroke and dementia as a result of decreased blood flow to the brain.

This image shows the location of the kidneys in the human body.

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·November 14, 2014·3 min read

Kidney Function Monitoring Vital for People on Lithium

Researchers establish a link between short term exposure to lithium and potential kidney damage.

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First Clinical-Grade Transplant of Gene-Edited Pig Kidneys Into Brain-Dead Human

Kidney Function Impairment Linked to Brain Disorders

Kidney Function Monitoring Vital for People on Lithium

Hot Nights Raise Stroke Risk

Gut Bacteria’s Link to Alzheimer’s Explored

Parental Distraction Negatively Impacts Child-Parent Interactions

Mediterranean Diet May Slow Brain Aging

First Clinical-Grade Transplant of Gene-Edited Pig Kidneys Into Brain-Dead Human

Kidney Function Impairment Linked to Brain Disorders

Kidney Function Monitoring Vital for People on Lithium

Hot Nights Raise Stroke Risk

Gut Bacteria’s Link to Alzheimer’s Explored

Parental Distraction Negatively Impacts Child-Parent Interactions

Mediterranean Diet May Slow Brain Aging

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