Man 'recovering well' after pig kidney transplant

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A 62-year-old man is said to be recovering well and should leave hospital soon, after getting a new kidney from a pig that was genetically modified to reduce the risk of the organ being rejected.US surgeons say Rick Slayman is a "real hero" for trying the pioneering operation.

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