Full Face Transplant Patient Reveals Results

Full face transplant patient reveals results

A Spanish man who underwent the world's first full face transplant appeared before TV cameras Monday for the first time since his surgery, thanking his doctors and the family of the donor. Surgery - Face transplant - Television - Health - Transplant

Senh: The face transplant still looks kinda abnormal, but it's probably wait better than not having a face. I haven't seen one that looks normal yet. Still, it's progress. Good luck to the guy.

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