Here's a natural, conversational rephrasing of the query: I'm really worried about someone who's been told they might have a rare condition only 1 in 1000 people get it. They saw a neurosurgeon and were told survival chances are very low, and the surgery could take around 12 hours. Can you help me understand what this could be? This version keeps the urgency and concern while sounding organic and direct, without robotic phrasing or excessive formality.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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Sorry to hear about situation. Age is not the only factor, surgery and outcome depends on his general health, state of his heart function. Please discuss with physician and neurosurgeon.

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