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Lindsey Vonn says she nearly lost her leg after Olympics crash

Her injuries were more intense than originally thought.

February 25, 2026
Dr. Baran — orthopedic surgeon at Western Orthopedics discussing how a broken leg can lead to amputation risk with News 9 hosts.

Dr. Sean Baran, sports medicine specialist and orthopedic surgeon at Western Orthopaedics, explains how a broken leg can lead to amputation risk.

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Published:
February 25, 2026

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