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The combined weight of Haung's tumours is 25 kilograms, half his body weight. Despite the risks involved Prof Xu of the Fuda Cancer Hospital offers Haung surgery to help relieve his suffering. Haung will have to travel 300 miles for his surgery, only the second time he has ventured from the village in 26 years.

Huang Chun Cai at homeHuang's tumour weighs over 20kgHuang walks with his brotherHome
Family supportProfessor Xu explains the surgerical challengesHaung at hospitalBedside visit
Preparing for surgeryOperating to remove Haung's tumourBack at homeWaiting
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