Surgeons: At the Edge of Life

20187 series
Available on
BBC Two

An in-depth look at the work carried out by some of the United Kingdom's finest and most skilled surgeons. Granted behind-the-scenes access to hospitals across the country, including Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham and Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge, this series captures in detail the level of hard work and concentration required by those working at the forefront of the healthcare industry. Viewers get a fascinating insight into the country's operating theatres as surgeons are seen carrying out life-saving operations with innovative technology.

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Surgeons at Royal Papworth drain a patient's body of blood to remove clots in their lungs. Graphic medical scenes.

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Surgeons perform one of the most difficult procedures - a double lung transplant. Contains some upsetting scenes.

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Surgeons at Royal Papworth replace the body's biggest blood vessel with a synthetic tube. Contains some upsetting scenes.

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