World's First Human Bladder Transplant a Success Story

A groundbreaking medical achievement took place at the UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. Oscar Larráinzar, a 42-year-old Hispanic father of four, received the world's first successful human bladder transplant on May 4th, 2025. After battling with kidney failure for seven years, undergoing countless surgeries and relying on dialysis, Mr. Larráinzar's life has been transformed. "It was my last chance," he admitted in an exclusive interview with Noticias Telemundo. His mother, Marta Castillo, added, "I am so grateful to God and the doctors; they have done everything for him." The eight-hour procedure was a collaborative effort by a team of surgeons, demonstrating a remarkable advancement in medical technology and hope for patients suffering from similar conditions. The successful transplant marks a new era in medical science.