I almost lost my leg after crash, says Vonn
Summary
Lindsey Vonn, a well-known American skier, almost lost her leg after a serious crash at the Winter Olympics in Italy. She underwent several surgeries, including an emergency procedure to save her leg from amputation, and is now recovering in the U.S.Key Facts
- Lindsey Vonn crashed during a skiing event at the Winter Olympics in Italy and injured her left leg severely.
- She had multiple surgeries, including a fasciotomy, to relieve extreme pressure in her leg muscles.
- Vonn suffered from compartment syndrome, which restricts blood flow in the muscles.
- Dr. Tom Hackett, her surgeon, performed emergency surgery to prevent leg amputation.
- She has returned to the United States after having four surgeries in Italy.
- Vonn is currently in a wheelchair but hopes to move to crutches in the future.
- Her recovery may take up to a year, and she might need additional surgery for her ACL.
- Vonn mentioned needing a blood transfusion due to low blood levels after surgeries.
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