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Tag: Transplantation
New biomarker to prevent graft-versus-host disease in stem cell transplants discovered
MUSC Hollings Cancer Center researchers uncover a new biomarker whose activity can be blocked to prevent graft-versus-host disease following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation
Best materials for border molding in complete dentures fabrication
Edentulous jaw is a condition where either the upper (maxilla) or the lower (mandible) jaw is missing all teeth. In medical practice, it could be treated by placement of a complete denture. Previous research has already pointed that the application…
New artificial intelligence models show potential for predicting outcomes in trauma and liver transplantation
New applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in health care settings have shown early success in improving survival and outcomes in traffic accident victims transported by ambulance and in predicting survival after liver transplantation.
New artificial intelligence models show potential for predicting outcomes
Machine learning streamlines massive amounts of data to support provider decision-making at the point of care for motor vehicle crash victims and patients awaiting a liver transplant
Could a poo transplant one day be the secret of eternal youth?
Peer reviewed – experimental study – mice
Are Organ Transplant Recipients at Greater Risk of Death from COVID-19?
A new study analyzes death risk from COVID-19 in organ transplant recipients and finds one treatment method greatly increased the risk.
How cells build organisms
Key control mechanism allows cells to form tissues and anatomical structures in the developing embryo
Liver Transplant Team Part of National Trial to Increase Donor Pool
UC San Diego Health program offers comprehensive care with excellent outcomes Nationally, more than 12,000 people need a liver transplant, including more than 2,300 Californians. Patients can wait several years on the liver transplant wait list in California before receiving…
HHRI awarded continuation of SRTR contract
The Chronic Disease Research Group (CDRG) of the Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute (HHRI) has renewed its federal contract to operate the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR).
Tailored education system to benefit kidney transplant patients
Researchers find their computer-tailored education system, ‘Your Path to Transplant’ increases knowledge and readiness to pursue kidney transplant
Texas Heart Institute to develop first implantable heart pump for infants and children
NHLBI grant to fund Texas Heart Institute’s pediatric heart failure research
Key priorities for transplant and living donor advocacy during COVID-1
Researchers describe ways to achieve optimal patient advocacy for kidney recipients and donors during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond
Transplant Team Performs San Diego’s First HIV Liver Transplant
UC San Diego Health is the first hospital in San Diego and only health care system in Southern California to transplant a liver from a donor with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) into an HIV-positive recipient. The surgery is part of a national clinical trial.
Tiny biological package gets drug right to the ‘heart’ of transplant rejection
For patients who receive a heart transplant in the near future, the old adage, “Good things come in small packages,” may become words to live by. In a recent study, researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine and the National Cancer Institute…
Kidneys infected with hepatitis C can be safely transplanted into healthy recipients
BOSTON – Kidneys from deceased donors with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection can be safely transplanted into noninfected recipients when a regimen of direct-acting antiviral therapies is initiated as early as two days after the transplant, according to a study…
Host tissue T cells may have an unexpected role in graft-versus-host disease
Results could someday change therapy for hematopoietic stem cell transplant patients and prevent progression of the disease
Two discoveries boost next-generation organoid development
New research collaboration tunes into signals that will help make better organoids to mimic functions of the trachea, esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, bile ducts and pancreas
During COVID-19, liver disease and transplant patients need targeted and sustained support
Digital ILC 2020: The liver community has been prompt in addressing the challenges of COVID-19 for liver patients – joining forces to support these patients, provide recommendations to their doctors, and keep research at the forefront.
Pigs grow new liver in lymph nodes, study shows
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 24, 2020 – Hepatocytes — the chief functional cells of the liver — are natural regenerators, and the lymph nodes serve as a nurturing place where they can multiply. In a new study published online and appearing in…
Ratio of two proteins may add kidneys to the transplant donor pool
Earlier this year, a study led by researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine provided strong evidence that hundreds of deceased donor kidneys with acute kidney injury (AKI) — traditionally discarded as unsuitable for transplantation — could be safely and successfully used.…
Heart attack damage reduced by shielded stem cells
Stem cell capsules implanted on heart surface improve function in four weeks
Survival on heart transplant waiting list
What The Study Did: Survival of patients on the heart transplant waiting list was examined in this observational study. Authors: Elizabeth L. Godfrey, B.S., of the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, is the corresponding author. To access the embargoed…
Scientists replace malfunctioning ‘vacuum cleaner’ cells linked to neurological disorders
Researchers at Fudan University in Shanghai, China have developed three different techniques that successfully replace almost all malfunctioning microglia – each technique with its own advantage in application. The researchers published their findings on Aug 11, 2020 in Cell Reports…
Experts issue back-to-school guidelines for pediatric solid organ transplant recipients
Decisions should be made on a case-by-case basis, but return to school may be possible for majority of SOT children
UC Riverside joins new NSF center for the preservation of biological systems
The grant is the campus’ first successful bid for an NSF Engineering Research Center
University of Minnesota and academic collaborators receive $26 million for NSF engineering research center
ATP-Bio is co-led by the University of Minnesota Institute for Engineering in Medicine
Hydrogel paves way for biomedical breakthrough
Plasma technology could improve viability of implants
Changes in US heart transplant waitlist activity, volume during COVID-19 pandemic
What The Study Did: National and regional changes in waitlist inactivations and additions, donor recovery and heart transplant volume during the COVID-19 pandemic are described in this observational study. Authors: Ersilia M. DeFilippis, M.D., of the New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University…
Laser-welded sugar: Sweet way to 3D-print blood vessels
Intricate sugar networks dissolve to create pathways for blood in lab-grown tissues
Laser-welded sugar: Sweet way to 3D-print blood vessels
Intricate sugar networks dissolve to create pathways for blood in lab-grown tissues
ASPS predicts new industry trends amidst COVID-19 reopenings
World’s largest plastic surgeon organization releases 2019 annual plastic surgery data, forecasts 2020 trends post-pandemic and reveals most-sought-after procedures during quarantine
ASPS predicts new industry trends amidst COVID-19 reopenings
World’s largest plastic surgeon organization releases 2019 annual plastic surgery data, forecasts 2020 trends post-pandemic and reveals most-sought-after procedures during quarantine
Direct reprogramming: Defying the contemporary limitations in cardiac regeneration
This article by Dr. Vivekanandan Palaninathan et al. is published in Current Pharmaceutical Design, 2020
C-Path’s Transplant Therapeutics Consortium Letter of Intent accepted by FDA
Biomarker aims to streamline the development of novel therapies intended to improve long-term outcomes for kidney transplant recipients.
C-Path’s Transplant Therapeutics Consortium Letter of Intent accepted by FDA
Biomarker aims to streamline the development of novel therapies intended to improve long-term outcomes for kidney transplant recipients.
Primitive stem cells point to new bone grafts for stubborn-to-heal fractures
Texas A&M researchers say these grafts could be used to promote swift and precise bone healing
Primitive stem cells point to new bone grafts for stubborn-to-heal fractures
Texas A&M researchers say these grafts could be used to promote swift and precise bone healing
International NASH Day declares urgency to combat epidemics of liver disease and COVID
Obesity, type II diabetes, and high blood pressure increase the risk of NASH and negatively affect outcomes for COVID-19 patients
Texas Heart Institute & 7 Hills Pharma awarded NIH grant to improve stem cell transplants
New research to a study small molecule cell adhesion activator to facilitate the engraftment rate of cord blood cells
Transforming spleen to liver brings new hope for organ regeneration
Scientists from Nanjing University and University of Macau have transformed the spleen into a functioning liver in living mice, which could bring new hope for patients suffering from organ shortage worldwide. For nearly ten million people with end-stage organ failures,…
Creating hairy human skin: Not as easy as you think
New culture technique opens the door for new treatment for wound and burn treatments, testing drugs and cosmetics; the technique is a proof of concept for developing other human organoid systems, including the inner ear
Women are not more likely to die of cirrhosis than men, despite fewer liver transplants
First study to show women don’t have higher mortality from cirrhosis
Women are not more likely to die of cirrhosis than men, despite fewer liver transplants
First study to show women don’t have higher mortality from cirrhosis
UTSA software helps patients receive faster post-pandemic care
University ESCal program helps doctors prioritize surgeries
UTSA software helps patients receive faster post-pandemic care
University ESCal program helps doctors prioritize surgeries
Combinatorial screening approach opens path to better-quality joint cartilage
High-throughput platform identifies complex conditions with biomaterial compositions, and mechanical and chemical stimuli that help stem cells produce more robust cartilage
During COVID-19, Telehealth Reconnects Patients with Health Care Providers
During COVID-19, UC San Diego Health expanded telehealth to provide patients with safe and convenient access to appointments with their health care providers. Video visits expanded by more than 50-fold.
Factors associated with sex-based disparities in liver transplants
What The Study Did: This observational study looked at the disparities that exist between women and men waiting to receive a liver transplant, such as being more likely to die while on the wait list, and how much these differences…