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Salvador B. Gautier Hospital performs first corneal transplant

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The Hospital Salvador Bienvenido Gautier in the Dominican Republic successfully performed its first-ever corneal transplant on a Sunday. The landmark procedure was administered to a female patient over the age of 60.

The recipient had previously lost her vision in both eyes due to complications that arose from prior surgeries. This successful operation marks a significant milestone for the medical institution in restoring sight to patients suffering from severe ocular complications.

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