Abstract
Pig-to-human xenotransplantation has taken steps closer to reality through advances in animal engineering to address immunological as well as microbial problems. The most highlighted problem in xenotransplantation safety has been the potential risk for zoonotic infection mediated by porcine endogenous retroviruses. Safety issues regarding viral zoonosis, particularly porcine endogenous retroviruses, are summarized and commented upon.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 184-188 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Current Opinion in Organ Transplantation |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Apr 2008 |
Keywords
- retrovirus infection
- cell transplantation
- pigs
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Mattiuzzo, G., Scobie, L., & Takeuchi, Y. (2008). Strategies to enhance the safety profile of xenotransplantation: minimizing the risk of viral zoonoses. Current Opinion in Organ Transplantation, 13(2), 184-188. https://doi.org/10.1097/MOT.0b013e3282f7961e