Shark attack survivor Leah Stewart has revealed her second skin graft has failed, months after she was mauled in Sydney.
Stewart revealed earlier this month she was preparing for her second skin graft, and that she hoped the surgery would result in the closing of her still-open leg wound.
Stewart has been sharing her recovery online, including adjusting to life with an amputated arm following the attack.
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Shark attack survivor Leah Stewart has revealed her second skin graft has failed, months after she was mauled in Sydney.
The 34-year-old teacher took to social media to share a candid health update on her recovery, showing the open leg wound she suffered during the attack at Coogee Beach on June 13.
Stewart revealed earlier this month she was preparing for her second skin graft, and that she hoped the surgery would result in the closing of her still-open leg wound.
“I had my graft checked yesterday and it was confirmed that it failed,” Stewart said in an Instagram post.
“So yeah, feeling damaged, had a few tears.”
Stewart has been sharing her recovery online, including adjusting to life with an amputated arm following the attack.
The tried to remain positive about her treatment options on Tuesday, despite the setback.
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The Age'Devastated' shark attack survivor said skin graft has failedplain
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The West AustralianCoogee shark attack survivor Leah Stewart reveals skin graft has failed in heartbreaking recovery update1 change
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