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Derek Hough stayed by his wife Hayley Erbert's side just weeks after she suffered a medical emergency and was diagnosed with a cranial hematoma.
The “Dancing with the Stars” judge shared an update with his social media followers about Hayley's ongoing recovery efforts following skull implant surgery. Earlier this month, Hayley was rushed to hospital and required immediate brain surgery.
“It is with great relief, gratitude and overwhelming joy that I would like to announce that Hayley's cranioplasty was successfully completed as planned,” he wrote on Instagram.
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DEREK HOUGH'S WIFE NEEDS CRANIAL IMPLANT SURGERY AFTER BEING ADMITTED TO HOSPITAL FOR A 'LIFE-THREATENING' EMERGENCY
Derek Hough said wife Hayley Erbert had a “successful” operation. (Tiffany Rose)
“My sincere thanks go to the exceptional medical team. Her expertise and steady hands were crucial to this journey and ensured a smooth and successful operation. Especially Dr. May, who not only performed the operation, but was also the one who saved her life for two weeks.”
The professional dancer was overwhelmed with gratitude for the “outpouring of support and prayers” from friends, family and fans.
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“Your thoughts, prayers and positive energy have been a source of strength and comfort to us during this challenging time,” Hough wrote. “It’s truly heartwarming to know how much love and care surrounds us.”
DEREK HOUGH'S WIFE ON A 'LONG ROAD OF RECOVERY' AFTER EMERGENCY BRAIN SURGERY
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The surgery was performed to replace a large portion of her skull that was removed during her craniectomy, Hough revealed in a previous Instagram post.
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He added: “This operation marks a significant milestone in my wife's recovery journey and your support has played a crucial role in getting us here. We are full of hope and optimism for the future, knowing she is on the road to a full recovery, surrounded by such a loving community.
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Hough revealed on Dec. 7 that Erbert, a professional “DWTS” dancer, became “disoriented” after his performance and had to be hospitalized. She was then diagnosed with a cranial hematoma due to a ruptured blood vessel and required an emergency craniectomy.
Hayley had to undergo emergency brain surgery earlier this month. (Rodin Eckenroth)
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According to the Mayo Clinic, “An intracranial hematoma is a collection of blood in the skull. It is usually caused by a burst blood vessel in the brain.”
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The “Dancing with the Stars” judge praised his wife for her strength and resilience just days after emergency brain surgery.
Erbert was diagnosed with a cranial hematoma due to a ruptured blood vessel. (Michael Kovac)
“Hayley has always inspired me with her will, strength and resilience and no more so than in the last 48 hours,” Hough wrote on Instagram. “She is now on the long road to recovery. Words cannot express how thankful and grateful we are for the support and love you have given us.”
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Erbert and Hough married in August before embarking on their “Symphony of Dance” tour.