Ho chi minh city: The Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy has successfully performed its 13th heart transplant from a brain-dead donor, giving a new lease of life to a 29-year-old man. Notably, the surgery was completed in just 65 minutes, the shortest operation time among all heart transplants carried out at the hospital.

According to Vietnam News Agency, this remarkable achievement underscores the hospital's growing expertise and efficiency in performing complex heart transplant surgeries. The medical team managed to reduce the operation time significantly, which is a crucial factor in the success of such delicate procedures. The hospital's commitment to advancing medical techniques and patient care continues to set new benchmarks in the field.