The 2006 Olympic champion in ice dancing, Roman Kostomarov, is currently being medically removed from a coma to regain consciousness. It has been reported “Sport Express”.
According to the publication’s source, plasmapheresis “gives a good chance of survival.” But still, the abilities of the athlete’s body will be lacking, and he will remain a disabled person.
It became known on January 10 that Roman Kostomarov was hospitalized. It was stated that he was taken to the intensive care unit due to pneumonia and was dependent on artificial lung ventilation, and his condition was reported to be extremely serious.
The media reported that the skater had his feet amputated due to necrosis, as well as his fingers. On February 20, it was learned that Kostomarov suffered a second stroke.
In a duet with Tatyana Navka, Kostomarov became a two-time world champion and three-time European champion in figure skating. He is also a three-time Grand Prix Final winner and a three-time Russian Champion. After the end of his career, Kostomarov was a regular participant of the popular television show “Ice Age”.
formerly TASS reportedDoctors are concerned about the condition of Olympic champion Kostomarov’s left hand.