Face transplant trial shows promise for severe facial injuries
NCT ID NCT05117190
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This completed study tested facial transplantation in 3 people with severe facial deformities from trauma. The procedure involved transplanting a donor face to improve appearance and quality of life. Participants were followed to measure facial function and overall well-being.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Facial allotransplantation (surgical procedure to transplant a donor face)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could offer a way to restore facial function and appearance for people with severe facial injuries.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage study with only 3 participants. The procedure carries major risks, including rejection and lifelong need for immunosuppressive drugs.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Methodist Health System
Dallas, Texas, 75203, United States