World’s first pig liver transplant keeps man alive for 171 days in China
A groundbreaking pig liver transplant in China saw a 71-year-old patient survive 171 days, with the pig organ providing crucial temporary support. This world-first published procedure, using a genetically modified pig liver, offered vital insights into xenotransplantation, demonstrating its potential to bridge the gap for patients awaiting human organs and offering hope for organ shortages.
