Paralympic champion Bibian Mentel recently underwent another surgery, where doctors successfully removed a piece of vertebra damaged by a tumor.
Her husband, Edwin van Spee, shared on Facebook that the procedure went well, though the coming days remain critical. COVID-19 restrictions have prevented him from visiting, but Bibian has already shown her first smile, a positive sign.
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Bibian has battled cancer for years, enduring multiple surgeries and treatments that have weakened her body. The next 48 hours will be pivotal in her recovery.
