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Emory algorithm improves kidney transplant chances for sensitized patients
03-02-2007 · EurekAlert!Researchers at Emory University have developed a decision process, based on innovative technology, that may help to level the organ transplant playing field and give new hope to patients whose immune systems are sensitized due to prior transplants, pregnancies, or blood transfusions.
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