Advancements in Drug Treatment for Organ Transplant Patients

The video discusses advancements in drug treatment for organ transplant patients, focusing on the challenges of post-operative organ rejection traditionally managed with immunosuppressants. It introduces Campath 1H, an antibody that targets T&B cells to prevent organ rejection while maintaining immune function. Clinical trials with Campath 1H showed promising results, reducing the need for steroids and improving patient outcomes. Ongoing research aims to enhance the drug further, making transplant surgery safer and more effective, thanks to efforts by the Therapeutic Antibody Centre.

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