Surgeons: At the Edge of Life

2018•7 series

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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.

Episode 1Episode 1

Surgeons at Royal Papworth and Addenbrookes remove a face tumour and repair an aorta. Contains some upsetting scenes.

Episode 2Episode 2

Surgeons perform complex spinal surgery where the risk of paralysis is high. Contains upsetting scenes.

Episode 3Episode 3

Surgeons must reconstruct their patients' bodies after removing life-threatening tumours. Contains upsetting scenes.

Episode 4Episode 4

Surgeons at Addenbrooke’s perform life changing surgery that takes two days to perform. Contains upsetting scenes.

Episode 5Episode 5

Surgeons at Addenbrooke’s perform a complex procedure to help a patient swallow again. Contains upsetting scenes.

Episode 6Episode 6

The major trauma team have just minutes to perform life-saving medical interventions. Contains upsetting scenes.

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