'A Procedure Without a Problem, or the face transplant that didnt happen. The Royal Free, the Royal College of Surgeons and the challenge of surgical firsts

This article explores and explains the lack of a face transplant in the UK and draws attention to the complex emotional, institutional and international issues involved. Its findings have implications beyond the theme of face transplants, into the cultural contexts and practices in which surgical innovation takes place.
Source: Medical Humanities - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Tags: Open access Original research Source Type: research