Zednik In ICU But Stable
Richard Zednik – forward for the Panthers had to endure an hour of surgery to reconnect his carotid artery on Sunday night. He is currently in the intensive care unit – but in stable condition. He was admitted to Buffalo General Hospital Sunday night after he was accidentally cut on the right side of his throat by his teammate Olli Jokinen during the third period.
Attending surgeon Sonya Noor said there were no initial signs of brain damage, which is a fear whenever the carotid artery is clamped. She said clamps were in place for about 15 to 20 minutes during surgery, which she considers a short time.