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Pioneering Surgery World’s First Pig-to-Human Kidney Transplant Unveiled By Doctors

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Pioneering Surgery World’s First Pig-to-Human Kidney Transplant Unveiled By Doctors....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

How did the groundbreaking procedure of transplanting a genetically-modified pig kidney into a living human come to fruition?

On March 21, 2024, Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) announced the successful completion of the world’s first-ever transplantation of a genetically-edited pig kidney into a human recipient, marking a significant advancement in xenotransplantation….READ ALSOHealth Workers, Patient Succumb To Mysterious Illness At Army Hospital In Kaduna

 

 

Richard Slayman, a 62-year-old African-American man suffering from end-stage kidney disease (ESKD), underwent the pioneering surgery. After enduring seven years of dialysis and a previous human kidney transplant in December 2018, Slayman found himself back on dialysis in May 2023 when his kidney began to fail.

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The donor pig, although not individually named, underwent a meticulous process of isolation and genetic modification using CRISPR-Cas9 technology. A total of 69 genomic alterations were made to the pig kidney to enhance compatibility and remove any potential viral remnants that could harm the human recipient.

During the four-hour surgery, a team of five surgeons faced additional challenges due to Slayman’s severe vascular disease. Nonetheless, they successfully connected the pig kidney’s artery and vein to Slayman’s abdomen and joined the ureter to his bladder.

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Slayman’s recovery progress is closely monitored by MGH, with regular blood and urine tests, physical exams, and clinic visits scheduled to ensure his kidney functions optimally post-transplant. However, the long-term sustainability of xenotransplantation remains uncertain, with MGH anticipating the kidney’s viability for at least two years based on preliminary research.

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FIFA Announces First-Ever World Cup Final Halftime Show For 2026.

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FIFA has announced plans to introduce a halftime show during the 2026 World Cup final, marking the first time entertainment of this kind will feature in the tournament’s history.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

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2027: Showunmi Reveals Who Will Secure ADC Presidential Ticket.

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Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Segun Showunmi, has said former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is well positioned to clinch the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a post on social media, Showunmi said Atiku’s political strength and preparedness give him an advantage in the emerging contest, while noting that former Transport Minister Rotimi Amaechi could emerge as his strongest rival.

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He also observed growing political dissatisfaction across parts of the country, particularly in the North, saying both rural and urban voters are increasingly aggrieved.

According to him, these sentiments could significantly influence the outcome of the 2027 general elections.

Showunmi warned political actors against neglecting loyal supporters, noting that shifting alliances could reshape the political landscape ahead of the polls.

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He further described Atiku as fully committed and actively preparing for the race.

Highlighting key regions to watch, he said the South-East may play a decisive role, while the South-West remains unpredictable, and the North-Central could serve as a critical swing zone in the election.

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2027: Arabambi Claims Alex Otti, Abure, LP Will Back Tinubu’s Re-Election Bid.

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Factional Labour Party South West Vice Chairman, Abayomi Arabambi, has claimed that the party will back President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in the 2027 elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

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