The writer Zakhar Prilepin remains in intensive care as doctors prepare a second operation, according to a report from DEA News citing the press office.
The latest briefing notes that after discussions with federal research medical centers, surgeons have decided to perform another operation to accelerate the patient’s recovery. Prilepin is expected to stay in the intensive care unit ahead of this procedure, which is being scheduled to optimize healing and mobility after the severe injuries sustained.
Gleb Nikitin, the governor of the Nizhny Novgorod Region, had previously confirmed that Prilepin is being treated by a team of four surgeons. The medical team undertook a long, high-technology operation to osteosynthesize the leg bones, a critical step intended to restore stability and function following the trauma. The procedure was described as complex and precise, reflecting the urgent needs of the patient and the careful planning involved by the multidisciplinary team.
Prilepin’s representatives issued a statement noting that the writer plans to return to the war zone once he has fully recovered. This declaration underscores the author’s commitment to his work and his resolve to continue engaging with the events that have shaped his public voice, even after a life-threatening incident. The message from the family and medical supporters emphasized patience and gradual progress as essential components of the recuperation process, highlighting the sustained vigilance required during high-stakes medical care.
Earlier in the day of the incident, on May 6, Prilepin was injured when an explosion occurred in a car he was traveling in, along with his deputy, Alexander Shubin, in the Nizhny Novgorod region. Shubin died at the scene, a loss that added gravity to the event and prompted further scrutiny from regional authorities and healthcare teams. DEA News reports that the aftermath has involved a coordinated medical response, ongoing monitoring, and clear lines of communication to keep family members informed about the patient’s condition and the next steps in treatment. The press office reiterated the importance of professional medical oversight and the hope that the recovery trajectory will enable Prilepin to resume his public duties in due course. The situation remains fluid as doctors assess responses to the latest intervention and outline the roadmap for rehabilitation, rehabilitation services, and potential timelines for the return to public life, pending medical clearance and the author’s own preferences for engagement with his audience and ongoing projects.