Are pigs the future of organ transplants?

A recent article in TIME Magazine discusses the potential use of pig organs for organ transplants. Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital successfully transplanted a genetically modified pig kidney into a human patient, marking a significant milestone in the field. The pig organs were created using gene-editing technology and contained several genetic changes to make them more compatible with the human immune system. This development could help address the shortage of organs available for transplantation and provide hope for patients on waiting lists. However, further research is needed to determine the long-term effectiveness of pig organs and their impact on patients' lives. [Extracted from the article]