First Human Bladder Transplant Shows Sustained Function

A pioneering phase 0 feasibility trial has successfully demonstrated the technical viability of a combined bladder and kidney transplant. The first human recipient of this procedure has maintained sustained bladder function for six months post-transplant. This proof-of-concept, reported by UCLA Health, provides early evidence for a potential new therapeutic avenue for individuals with end-stage bladder dysfunction, particularly those already undergoing immunosuppression.