Pig kidney transplant enables 9-month survival without dialysis

A 66-year-old man with a 40% mortality risk on the transplant waitlist received a genetically modified pig kidney and survived 9 months without dialysis. This marks a significant milestone in xenotransplantation, though long-term viability and broader applicability remain uncertain. The case advances the field of organ replacement and could alleviate donor shortages if replicated.