Cambodia Achieves Historic Milestone with First Successful Kidney Transplant
Cambodia has achieved a historic milestone in its healthcare sector with the successful completion of the nation's first kidney transplant, a feat realized through close cooperation with France aimed at strengthening domestic medical capabilities.
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