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Kubica wakes after major surgery
by Adam D Mon 07 Feb 2011, 3:37 pm
Renault driver Robert Kubica has regained consciousness as he begins his recovery following seven-hour surgery.
The 26-year-old's right hand was partially severed and he suffered arm and leg fractures when he crashed during a rally in Italy on Sunday.
"The doctors have said he has taken important steps forward," said Kubica's agent Daniele Morelli.
Renault said in a statement that Kubica had been able to move his fingers and had talked to his relatives.
"He was briefly woken up by the doctors," said the Renault statement.
"He was also able to move his fingers, which is encouraging for the rest of his recovery process.
"In order to avoid any physical stress, Robert will be put under gentle medication in order to sleep for the next 24 hours at least.
"Meanwhile, the doctors will decide how they will treat his elbow and shoulder fractures. Robert may have to undergo surgery once again for this, but not for a few days."
Pole Kubica crashed after his car hit a church wall as he approached the start of the Ronde di Andora rally and it was reported that his Formula 1 career could be at risk as a consequence of the injuries.
The 26-year-old, who finished eighth in the drivers' table last season, was in an induced coma overnight after seven hours of surgery before waking on Monday morning.
"Kubica is conscious, he talks and understands what has happened," said Dr Giorgio Barabino.
"The first thing he thought about was his co-driver and was informed about his condition.
"Things are going well considering that there was substantial damage. There were huge difficulties we faced and the necessary measures were taken immediately.
"Kubica lost a lot of blood, that is why the first hour was critical. He was unconscious and could not be operated on when he arrived at the hospital. He needed many transfusions during the stabilising process as well as during the very long surgery."
source and full story - bbc website http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/motorsport/formula_one/9389513.stm
The 26-year-old's right hand was partially severed and he suffered arm and leg fractures when he crashed during a rally in Italy on Sunday.
"The doctors have said he has taken important steps forward," said Kubica's agent Daniele Morelli.
Renault said in a statement that Kubica had been able to move his fingers and had talked to his relatives.
"He was briefly woken up by the doctors," said the Renault statement.
"He was also able to move his fingers, which is encouraging for the rest of his recovery process.
"In order to avoid any physical stress, Robert will be put under gentle medication in order to sleep for the next 24 hours at least.
"Meanwhile, the doctors will decide how they will treat his elbow and shoulder fractures. Robert may have to undergo surgery once again for this, but not for a few days."
Pole Kubica crashed after his car hit a church wall as he approached the start of the Ronde di Andora rally and it was reported that his Formula 1 career could be at risk as a consequence of the injuries.
The 26-year-old, who finished eighth in the drivers' table last season, was in an induced coma overnight after seven hours of surgery before waking on Monday morning.
"Kubica is conscious, he talks and understands what has happened," said Dr Giorgio Barabino.
"The first thing he thought about was his co-driver and was informed about his condition.
"Things are going well considering that there was substantial damage. There were huge difficulties we faced and the necessary measures were taken immediately.
"Kubica lost a lot of blood, that is why the first hour was critical. He was unconscious and could not be operated on when he arrived at the hospital. He needed many transfusions during the stabilising process as well as during the very long surgery."
source and full story - bbc website http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/motorsport/formula_one/9389513.stm
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Re: Kubica wakes after major surgery
by Guest Mon 07 Feb 2011, 8:37 pm
it was a terrible crash, i hope he pulls through it.
They wernt even racing at the time, they were just going to the start.
The co pilot walked out of the car unharmed whilst Kubica had to be cut out.
To be honest, its a miracle he wasnt killed after looking at the pictures of the car
They wernt even racing at the time, they were just going to the start.
The co pilot walked out of the car unharmed whilst Kubica had to be cut out.
To be honest, its a miracle he wasnt killed after looking at the pictures of the car
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Re: Kubica wakes after major surgery
by Stevi555 Mon 07 Feb 2011, 10:39 pm
Main thing is he's ok and being well looked after, and if luck's on his side we'll see him return to racing, in time, hopefully. But for now, time to rest and recover........................................................................
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Re: Kubica wakes after major surgery
by Stevi555 Tue 08 Feb 2011, 6:51 pm
No, Kubica was already 3miles into special stage 1. Some reports read as though he was on route to start, but in actual fact he was racing.
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