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Lindsey Vonn returning to US for further surgeries after downhill crash
Summary
Lindsey Vonn is preparing to fly back to the United States after fracturing her left tibia in the Olympic downhill; US Ski and Snowboard CEO Sophie Goldschmidt said team medical staff have coordinated her care and that she is stable.
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Lindsey Vonn is preparing to fly back to the United States after fracturing her left tibia in last week's Olympic downhill, officials said. Sophie Goldschmidt, CEO of US Ski and Snowboard, said the team's medical staff has been coordinating Vonn's care and hopes to accompany her home. Vonn underwent multiple surgeries in Italy to repair the fracture and was described by Goldschmidt as stable and not in pain.
Key points:
- Vonn fractured her left tibia during the Olympic downhill and had multiple surgeries in Italy.
- US Ski and Snowboard CEO Sophie Goldschmidt said medical staff have been coordinating her care and reported she is stable and not in pain.
- Vonn is expected to travel back to the United States for further surgeries, with team medical staff aiming to accompany her.
Summary:
Vonn will continue medical treatment in the United States, with further surgeries planned. Officials describe her condition as stable and under coordinated team care.
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