Five Year-Old Boy is First Child in Britain to Receive Prosthetic Bone Implant

Five Year-Old Boy is First Child in Britain to Receive Prosthetic Bone Implant

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Eddie, a young boy diagnosed with a rare bone cancer, underwent a leg amputation to save his life. Despite the emotional challenges, his family remained hopeful. Eddie became the first child in Britain to receive a special implant, previously used only on adults, allowing him to use a prosthetic leg. This innovative procedure could benefit other children with similar conditions. Despite the risk of cancer returning, Eddie's journey serves as an inspiring example of resilience and hope.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for Eddie's leg amputation?

To prevent future injuries

To participate in a medical study

To save his life from a rare bone cancer

To improve his mobility

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What made Eddie's medical procedure unique in Britain?

It was a new type of chemotherapy

It was the first time a child received a special implant

It involved a robotic leg

It was a non-surgical treatment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was replaced with an artificial bone in Eddie's procedure?

His knee cap

His tibia

His femur

His hip joint

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might the technique used on Eddie benefit other children?

By reducing the cost of medical treatments

By eliminating the need for chemotherapy

By allowing muscle preservation while replacing bones

By providing a cure for all types of cancer

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate hope for Eddie's journey according to his parents?

To become a professional athlete

To inspire others by beating the disease completely

To travel the world

To write a book about his experience