The health status of Olympic figure skating champion Roman Kostomarov has again shown signs of decline after a brief improvement, according to reports from the Telegram channel SHOT. The update notes a troubling turn in the athlete’s condition, signaling new complications that have drawn attention from fans and medical observers alike. The reported changes have been taken seriously by those following the story, underscoring how swiftly a clinical picture can evolve in intensive medical care settings.
According to SHOT, Kostomarov’s lungs have suffered severe setbacks. It is claimed that the left lung retains activity only in its lower lobe, while the right lung appears unable to function independently. The report adds that fluid has accumulated in the pleural cavity, a sign that lymph drainage from lung tissue is disrupted. In addition, there are indications of impaired blood circulation in Kostomarov’s hands, with swelling so pronounced that there is a possibility the surgeons may face the difficult decision of amputating the left hand if swelling and tissue damage prove irreversible. Complicating the picture, the athlete’s otitis media has worsened, moving beyond its previous mild presentation.
Recollections of the timeline show that Kostomarov was admitted on January 10 with bilateral pneumonia. In the wake of this infection, sepsis developed, and this severe systemic response contributed to a cascade of complications that later included the loss of the feet. The precise sequence of events and the extent of any amputations have been the subject of varying reports in the media. Some outlets have stated that only one left foot was amputated, while others have claimed that both feet were affected. These discrepancies have fuelled ongoing speculation about the patient’s condition and the seriousness of the injuries.
Denis Protsenko, who previously served as Chief Physician of MMCC Kommunarka, weighed in on how the media has handled reporting about Kostomarov’s health. He commented that media coverage has been highly dynamic, with information often changing as new clinical details emerge. Protsenko noted that such updates can be influenced by the evolving nature of medical treatment in critical illness and by the need to balance timely information with accuracy. He emphasized the importance of cautious, responsible communication when reporting on the health of public figures in medicine.