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Friday 15th November 2019

Researchers find preconditioning kidneys before transplant can extend organ lifespan

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A recent study led by Southampton researcher and consultant nephrologist, Dr Kristin Veighey, has shown that 'preconditioning' kidneys before transplant, by temporarily cutting off the blood supply to the arm, can boost the long-term effectiveness of the transplanted kidney.
Date
Friday 15 November 2019
Tuesday 12th November 2019

Southampton trial could give first liver disease treatment for teenagers

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Southampton researchers are using scans to see if a food supplement can improve liver health in obese teenagers at risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Date
Tuesday 12 November 2019
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Thursday 17th October 2019

Southampton expert says home genetic testing kits "shouldn't be used for healthcare decisions"

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Professor Anneke Lucassen, a consultant in clinical genetics at University Hospital Southampton, said the NHS was often left to "pick up the pieces" of flawed results.
Date
Thursday 17 October 2019
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