Successful Uterus Transplant Fails on HWN BREAKING

It was all smiles on Monday as a Cleveland Clinic transplant team and a young woman named Lindsey went before the cameras to describe what was then the world's first successful uterus transplant.

But the mood turned somber on Wednesday, as the clinic announced that "a sudden complication" forced surgeons to remove the transplanted uterus.

Lindsey, whose last name has not been given, is doing well and recovering, the clinic said.

No other details were released. "At this time, the circumstance of the complication is under review and more information will be shared as it becomes available," read a Cleveland Clinic statement.

It also included a statement from Lindsey and her husband Blake: "I just wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude towards all of my doctors. They acted very quickly to ensure my health and safety. Unfortunately I did lose the uterus to complications. However, I am doing okay and appreciate all of your prayers and good thoughts.