Double arm transplant patient 'overwhelmed' by op success

The world’s first double arm transplant patient spoke for the first time today of his delight at the pioneering surgery.

The world’s first double arm transplant patient spoke for the first time today of his delight at the pioneering surgery.

German farmer Karl Merk is recovering well and able to perform some basic tasks, but doctors said it still could take up to two years before he relearns how to use his hands.

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