Groundbreaking face transplant trial offers new hope for the severely disfigured

NCT ID NCT05117190

First seen Apr 04, 2026 · Last updated Apr 18, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested facial transplant surgery for people with severe facial damage from trauma, where standard reconstruction was not an option. It aimed to restore function and improve quality of life. Participants received a transplant and were followed for life, requiring lifelong medication to prevent their body from rejecting the new tissue.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Methodist Health System

    Dallas, Texas, 75203, United States

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