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Old Donor Hearts Grow Biologically Younger in Younger Recipients
Original: Old Hearts Become Biologically Younger When Transplanted Into Younger People
New findings suggest that hearts from older donors become biologically younger after being transplanted into younger recipients. The research indicates the heart's biological age may be influenced by its environment rather than being fixed, with tissue in younger bodies showing markers of rejuvenation. Scientists say the results could reshape thinking on organ ageing, transplantation and the limits of using older donor organs.
Why now: The findings challenge the assumption that organ ageing is irreversible, with implications for transplants and longevity research.
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