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World's first kidney transplants using a new anti-rejection drug performed in bologna
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World's first kidney transplants using a new anti-rejection drug performed in bologna

So: two patients in Bologna who had waited 13 years for a compatible kidney have received transplants using the experimental drug Cizutamig. The bispecific antibody was given through a compassionate-use program to help prevent organ rejection. Months later, both recipients have excellent kidney function, offering fresh hope to highly sensitized patients who are often unable to find a match. And here's the thing: the approach may also hold promise for some people awaiting heart transplants.
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