Woman with disease receives face transplant from donor

Carmen, who suffered from necrosis due to a flesh-eating bacteria, became the first person to receive a face transplant from a euthanized donor after the procedure in Barcelona. The donor, who opted for assisted dying, fulfilled a selfless wish by giving Carmen a chance at a new life. Following the transplant, Carmen expressed her relief and healing progress, stating she feels more like herself again. The groundbreaking operation involved over 100 medical professionals and underscores the complexities of face transplants.

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