People discharged from hospital after COVID-19 appear to have increased rates of organ damage (“multiorgan dysfunction”) compared with similar individuals […]
New clues on why pregnancy may increase risk of organ transplant rejection
A research study at the University of Chicago has found that in pregnancy, while the T cell response to a […]
To increase organs available for transplant, reassess organ procurement organizations’ metrics
Organ procurement organizations are a critical component in organ transplantation in the United States. But, what makes an organ procurement […]
Blocking immune system pathway may stop COVID-19 infection, prevent severe organ damage
While the world waits eagerly for a safe and effective vaccine to prevent infections from severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus […]
No One Talks About Pelvic Organ Prolapse, & We Need to Change That Now
There I was, finishing up in the bathroom, as I’d done without incident several times that day. But this time, […]
Sun’s harms rise after organ transplant
(HealthDay)—Organ transplant recipients are at increased risk for skin cancer and need to protect themselves, a dermatologist warns. “Individuals who […]
Can we get the immune system to tolerate organ transplants?
Currently, people receiving organ transplants must take drugs to suppress the inflammatory immune response that leads to rejection. Even so, […]