Surgeons: At the Edge of Life

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  • BBC Two
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  • Documentary

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7x1
A Lot to Lose
Episode overview
Surgeons attempt a rare and high-risk transplant to transform their 21-year-old patient’s life, and perform a complex kidney procedure vital for another patient’s survival.
7x2
In the Balance
Episode overview
Surgeons battle to save a patient with an aggressive tumour and a patient whose aorta – the body’s biggest artery – could rupture at any moment.
7x3
All or Nothing
Episode overview
Surgeons at NHS Lothian take on high risk surgery to repair a failing heart and take extreme measures to prevent the return of breast cancer in their young patient.
7x4
Rebuild and Renew
Episode overview
Surgeons attempt to save a patient’s life and her ability to smile, by removing a tumour in her cheek and reconstructing her facial nerve.