Derek Hough is sharing another update on his wife Hayley Erbert‘s recovery amid her medical emergency. Hayley underwent emergency brain surgery after their tour performance on Wednesday (December 6).
She was “diagnosed with a cranial hematoma from a burst blood vessel and required an emergency craniectomy,” Derek shared in his first update to fans. Derek revealed to fans this week that Hayley needed to have another surgery, this time to “replace a large portion of her skull that was removed during her craniectomy.” Thankfully, the surgery was successfully completed! Keep reading to find out more… “With immense relief, gratitude and overwhelming joy I’d like to share that Hayley’s cranioplasty surgery has been successfully completed as planned,” Derek wrote on Instagram on Thursday afternoon (December 21).
He continued, “My sincere appreciation goes to the exceptional medical team. Their expertise and steady hands were pivotal in this journey, ensuring a smooth and successful surgery.
Especially Dr. Mai who not only performed the surgery but was also the one who saved her life 2 weeks ago. We are profoundly touched by the outpouring of support and prayers from each of you.
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