The man, whose name was given as Rafael, underwent a 30-hour operation on January 25 and 26 at Seville's Virgen del Rocio hospital. More than 100 medical professionals participated directly or indirectly in the operation.
The operation was 'very complex' because it involved transplanting large amounts of facial tissue, doctor Tomas Gomez Cia said.
Rafael received the transplant because he suffered from neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder which made tumours grow on his face.
Rafael can now feel cold and warm temperatures on his face and has started shaving, though he still has difficulty talking.
4 comments:
Good on him, hope it continues to get well.
That should have read "Good on him, hope <span>he </span>continues to get well".
Is that his face before or after?
This is after. Joseph Merrick who had passed away from this disorder was remembered in a movie The Elephant Man. I am so glad that they are helping Rafael. Get well Rafel you are a very brave pioneer!!
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