kidney

First pig-to-human kidney transplant performed in Boston

a 62-year-old man received a pig kidney at Massachusetts General Hospital. This landmark surgery represents a significant step forward in addressing the chronic shortage of organs for transplant.

By REUTERS
21/03/2024

Emotional fallen soldier's shiva sees recipient of donated kidney in attendance

Beyond the headlines: A glimpse into Israel that you won't read about in the news.

High body-mass index in teens raises the risk of early chronic kidney disease

While those with severe obesity appeared to be at higher risk, the Hebrew University researchers also found reason for concern in seemingly healthy young people with a high-normal BMI under 30.

How old is your body? This study can help you find out

Researchers have identified four markers that determine how different areas of the body age faster.

By WALLA!
15/11/2023

University hospital offers relief to those with kidney failure

Patients and relatives will learn at the hospital how to use equipment given to them and perform home dialysis.

Man with world's largest kidney stone wins Guinness World Record

The 1.76 pound kidney stone – roughly the same weight as five baseballs – is the largest kidney stone ever recorded.

 Avner Spector

Meet the man who is making medical devices for the masses

Avner Spector founded Medispec and Curespec. His technology improves lives around the world.

Grapevine: Running a receipt

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Grapevine May 24, 2023: The seven-year itch

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

  Curespect's Nephrospec

Could this Israeli shockwave treatment delay kidney transplant?

Curespec's Nephrospec shows promise in preliminary studies.

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