First Human Bladder Transplant Offers New Hope
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Southern California surgeons have successfully performed the first human bladder transplant. The groundbreaking procedure was conducted on a 41-year-old man with bladder cancer, significantly improving his condition. The operation, a part of a clinical trial involving five patients, offers hope for individuals with debilitating bladder issues. Doctors aim to assess outcomes like bladder capacity and potential complications before wider implementation.
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