Portugal performs first kidney transplants in Cape Verde

A 77-year-old Portuguese surgeon performed the first kidney transplants in Cape Verde’s history.

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This operation represents a major medical breakthrough for the African archipelago.

The surgeon, Norton de Matos, enabled local patients to access this procedure.

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