Taiwanese singer Tank expresses gratitude toward his homeland after undergoing Asia's initial heart-liver transplant operation.
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Meet Tank, a Taiwanese singer-songwriter, who made medical history by undergoing Asia's first simultaneous heart and liver transplant. The groundbreaking procedure unfolded at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province.
Tank grappled with a rare combination of conditions, familial hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and liver failure. With sheer determination, he braved through a marathon 12-hour surgery that lasted a full day, demonstrating the remarkable advances in Chinese medicine.
In a heartfelt show of gratitude, Tank took to Sina Weibo post-surgery, expressing his deep-rooted appreciation using the moving phrase "thanks to my motherland". The soulful singer has since successfully recovered and been discharged, marking a beacon of hope in the realm of medical breakthroughs.
This monumental procedure not only paves the way for future surgical advancements in China but also offers a positive outlook for Tank’s remarkable musical career. Let's hope this marks the start of a new chapter in his life, filled with melodious tunes and unbridled success.
[1] Source: Medical Xpress[2] Source: Sina Weibo[3] Source: Taiwan News[4] Source: People's Daily[5] Source: South China Morning Post
- Tank, the Taiwanese singer-songwriter who underwent Asia's first simultaneous heart and liver transplant in Hangzhou, China, was battling the chronic medical conditions of familial hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and liver failure.
- The successful surgery, a testament to the strides made in Chinese medicine, took place at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine and lasted an unprecedented 12 hours.
- In a touching display of gratitude, Tank expressed his gratitude via a Sina Weibo post, thanking his motherland for the transformative medical-conditions treatment he received.
- Post-surgery, the singer has made a remarkable recovery and been discharged from the hospital, serving as an inspiration for those dealing with chronic diseases and cardiovascular health issues.
- This pioneering procedure not only showcases the advancements in scientific knowledge and medical-care but also promises a brighter future for Tank's cardiovascular health and musical career, as he ventures into a new and healthier phase of his life.
