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Kidney transplant rejection: Researchers find ‘groundbreaking’ clue

Last updated: July 17, 2025 1:30 am
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One in five individuals who receive a kidney transplant experience a rejection episode within a year. A new study published in Science Translational Medicine suggests that mismatches in SIRP-alpha, an immune cell surface receptor, between donors and recipients could be a contributing factor to transplant rejection.

The research, led by Fadi Lakkis, a professor of nephrology at Stanford University, sheds light on the role of innate immune cells in the rejection process. These immune cells, which were not previously associated with graft rejection, are now seen as key players in the battle against transplant rejection.

The findings highlight the importance of donor-recipient matching in kidney transplants. By identifying and addressing mismatches in immune cell receptors like SIRP-alpha, transplant outcomes could be significantly improved. This new approach to matching donors and recipients based on immune cell compatibility could help reduce the risk of rejection episodes and increase the success rate of kidney transplants.

Overall, this study opens up new possibilities for improving the long-term outcomes of kidney transplants and offers hope for patients in need of organ transplants. By focusing on the intricate details of immune cell interactions, researchers are paving the way for more personalized and effective transplant treatments.

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