Kidney

New robot helps Israeli surgeons crush kidney stones without the splash

But now there is an even better method to crush kidney stones, and Israel is one of only about 11 countries around the world that have the new technology.

Kidney Disease.
Medical team performing surgery

Man receives human kidney transplant after surviving 271 days with gene-edited pig organ

Reuven (right) and Yonatan (left) recover at Clalit-Beilinson Hospital following the kidney transplant.

'Unbelievable full circle': Terror attack survivor’s kidney saves rescuer’s brother 24 years later

 An illustrative image of surgeons conducting surgery.

January sets record for organ transplants in Israel with 54 procedures


Miraculous kidney donation between friends spans continents and save lives

The complex and sensitive cross-continental operation required coordination between senior officials in both countries.

 The proccess of bringing kindeys for transplant from the Czech Republic to Israel.

First pig-to-human kidney transplant performed in Boston

a 62-year-old man received a pig kidney at Massachusetts General Hospital. This landmark surgery represents a significant step forward in addressing the chronic shortage of organs for transplant.

Doctor lifting pig's kidney for transplant

Emotional fallen soldier's shiva sees recipient of donated kidney in attendance

Beyond the headlines: A glimpse into Israel that you won't read about in the news.

IDF Major (res.) Amishar Ben David.

High body-mass index in teens raises the risk of early chronic kidney disease

While those with severe obesity appeared to be at higher risk, the Hebrew University researchers also found reason for concern in seemingly healthy young people with a high-normal BMI under 30.

 In the United States, diabetes and high blood pressure are the leading cause of kidney failure, representing about 3 out of 4 new cases.

How old is your body? This study can help you find out

Researchers have identified four markers that determine how different areas of the body age faster.


University hospital offers relief to those with kidney failure

Patients and relatives will learn at the hospital how to use equipment given to them and perform home dialysis.

 Prof. Adi Leiba with equipment and patient.

Man with world's largest kidney stone wins Guinness World Record

The 1.76 pound kidney stone – roughly the same weight as five baseballs – is the largest kidney stone ever recorded.

 A kidney stone. These form from crystalized minerals in urine that cause severe pain when exiting the urinary tract (Illustrative).

Meet the man who is making medical devices for the masses

Avner Spector founded Medispec and Curespec. His technology improves lives around the world.

 Avner Spector

Grapevine: Running a receipt

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 KIDNEY RECIPIENT Guy Dimery and donor Yael Keller are once again up and running.

Grapevine May 24, 2023: The seven-year itch

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 YAAKOV KATZ and Inbar Ashkenazi pose alongside the life-size portrait presented to Katz by the management of The Jerusalem Post Group.