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Horizon

Horizon

1964Returning Series61 Seasons1173 Episodes7.4TMDB
BBC Two

Horizon tells amazing science stories, unravels mysteries and reveals worlds you've never seen before.

Season 43 · Episode 15

The Worlds First Face Transplant

Oct 17, 2006·1h

In 2005, Isabelle Dinoire become the first person to receive a new face. The decision made by French surgeons to perform the operation went against the findings of almost every other ethical committee in the world and has since sparked a fierce debate over the ethics of the operation. In the UK, a team led by Peter Butler struggles to get approval to perform the first full face transplant. Do the risks outweigh the benefits? Are face transplants really in the best interest of the patient? Horizon investigates.

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When did Horizon Season 43 Episode 15 air?

Horizon Season 43 Episode 15 aired on October 17, 2006.

How long is Horizon Season 43 Episode 15?

This episode runs for approximately 60 minutes.

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