Doctors grow jaw bone in man's back

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German doctors successfully grew a jaw bone replacement using tissue from a man's back muscle, allowing him to eat normally afterward. This medical advancement highlights the importance of continued research in regenerative medicine and stem cell technology. The discussion also included humorous remarks about the implications of the surgery, such as potential dietary consequences. Participants expressed amazement at the surgical feat while sharing light-hearted banter. Overall, the thread underscores the significance of innovative medical procedures in improving patients' quality of life.
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German doctors grow jaw bone replacement in man's back
Last Updated Fri, 27 Aug 2004 16:21:53 EDT

LONDON - A German man was able to chow down on a bratwurst sandwich after surgeons grew a new jaw bone on his back muscle and transplanted the bone to his mouth. [continued]

http://www.cbc.ca/story/science/national/2004/08/27/jaw040827.html
 
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Wow, that is amazing. It's wonderful to see the advances in medicine. This is another reason that stem cell research needs to continue.
 
Next year's headline

Jaw Transplant Recipient Suffers Heart Attack From Eating Too Many Bratwurst Sandwiches

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Evo said:
Wow, that is amazing.

I know. When I read it my jaw hit the floor.

On a sad note, I heard there was a lot of backbiting in all of this.
 
Ivan Seeking said:
I know. When I read it my jaw hit the floor.

On a sad note, I heard there was a lot of backbiting in all of this.

heeheeheee heee hee! :smile:
 
I'm home sick, didn't go out, feeling bad.

Then I see Ivan's & MIH's posts and realize how lucky I am to know them. :biggrin:
 
awwww.. Poor Evo! You got one of them summer colds that's going around?
Hope you are feeling better.
 

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