With just a few days left in 2023, an episode from the second season of the popular true-crime anthology, "Dr. Death," has emerged as a contender for the most emotionally devastating hour of television this year. Episode 5, titled "191," delves into the tragic story of Yesim Cetir, a real-life recipient of a trachea transplant performed by disgraced surgeon Paolo Macchiarini.

In the episode, viewers are introduced to Yesim Cetir, portrayed by an unknown actress, who underwent a trachea transplant from Paolo Macchiarini, played by Édgar Ramírez. Although her initial stay at the renowned Karolinska Institute appeared promising, her post-transplant life takes a devastating turn. She experiences complications such as a mucus plug in her airway, requiring painful procedures performed by Dr. Nathan Gamelli, portrayed by Luke Kirby, to clear her throat of fluid.

Yesim endures a series of subsequent surgeries, a staggering total of 191, all aimed at correcting the complications arising from the initial transplant. Unfortunately, each surgery seems to bring more suffering, including the loss of hair, blindness, and the removal of multiple internal organs. In a harrowing scene, Yesim even pulls decayed teeth out of her own mouth.

The episode leaves viewers on the edge of their seats, questioning the factual basis of Yesim's ordeal. Shockingly, the events portrayed in "191" align with the real-life experiences of Yesim, as confirmed by her doctors. In both the series and reality, Yesim was eventually transferred to a U.S. hospital, where she underwent a lung-trachea transplant, with the intention of removing Paolo's ineffective plastic trachea. Tragically, Yesim passed away in March 2017 when the final transplant failed to save her.

While Yesim's passing is not depicted in Episode 5, a heartbreaking confrontation between her and Dr. Gamelli takes place before her transfer. In a poignant moment, Yesim expresses her frustration, telling Dr. Gamelli that he failed to save her and laments the devastating toll of her numerous surgeries. Dr. Gamelli, played by Luke Kirby, can only respond with remorse, apologizing for his perceived shortcomings.

The heart-wrenching storyline of Yesim Cetir in "Dr. Death" Season 2 has left viewers shaken and reflective. If you have already watched the full season, we invite you to participate in our poll below, sharing your opinion on the season's overall quality. We also encourage you to leave a comment, sharing your thoughts on the emotional impact of the episodes.

As the year comes to a close, "Dr. Death" Season 2 leaves an indelible mark on viewers, reminding us of the devastating realities some individuals face in the pursuit of medical treatment.