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Surgeons at NHS Lothian remove a recurring brain tumour from a 25-year-old patient and attempt a rare ‘off pump’ cardiac procedure on a man with severe coronary disease.
In the department of clinical neurosciences at NHS Lothian's Royal Infirmary, surgeons take on complex brain surgery, where millimetres can be the difference between success and failure, life and death.
Consultant neurosurgeon Imran Liaquat takes on one such case, joining forces with fellow consultant Drahoslav Sokol to remove a recurring brain tumour from their patient, 25-year-old Weronika. This operation is Imran and Drahoslav’s last chance to attempt a complete removal of the tumour and increase Weronika’s survival chances.
Meanwhile, in the cardiothoracic unit, consultant cardiothoracic surgeon Vipin Zamvar attempts a rare 'off pump' procedure on 71-year-old Sandy from Aberfoyle, who has severe coronary artery disease.
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The Zamvar pericardial stich
Duration: 02:07
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Shaun Dooley |
| Director | Steven Todd |
| Producer | Jane Handa |
| Producer | Iain MacAulay |
| Editor | Ewan Denny |
| Production Manager | Emma McCormack |
| Series Producer | Fiona Wilson |
| Executive Producer | Ross Harper |
| Executive Producer | Daniel Barry |
| Production Company | Dragonfly Film and Television |
Broadcasts
- Wed 26 Mar 202521:00
Mon 31 Mar 202521:00- Mon 31 Mar 202523:05BBC Two except Northern Ireland & Northern Ireland HD
- Fri 13 Jun 202500:55
