From an unfortunate story and a conspiracy theory:
OSLO, Norway (AP) -- Austrian skier Matthias Lanzinger's lower left leg was amputated Tuesday because of complications from two broken bones in a crash at a World Cup race.
Lanzinger broke his shin and fibula Sunday during a super-G. The double fracture severely damaged blood vessels, hampering circulation in the 27-year-old skier's leg.
The Austrian ski federation said the surgery Monday night was only partly successful and left doctors no other option in an effort to avoid further risks.
"The circulation could not be stabilized," said doctor Thomas Hoelzenbein, who was flown in from Austria Monday to lead the operation.
Hmm . . . Thomas Hoelzenbein, eh? Doesn't Hoelzenbein mean "Wooden leg"? Lanzinger is almost sure to sue somebody (the World Cup event didn't have a medical helicopter available and have been criticized for other reasons). 60-mile per hour crashes are never pretty: but it does seem unusual that they'd have to amputate his leg because it healed poorly, so they might be looking at a malpractice suit. To that end, I'd love to spring the above question on the good doctor at the deposition. Hoelzenbein, eh. Is that your real name?
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