We have exclusively learned
that the former NBA star has been discharged from Sunrise Hospital in Las
Vegas, where he has been receiving medical treatment after being found
unconscious on Tuesday, and is heading to California. We're also told that
Lamar was accompanied by Khloe Kardashian in the helicopter ride to
Los Angeles.
As we reported earlier
today, Odom's transfer to L.A. was pending his condition remaining stable.
Doctors were in the early stages of working out the logistics of how the
athlete would be transported to SoCal, because Lamar's stature previously
prohibited him from being airlifted in a helicopter.
E! News reported that the
former Laker's health is improving day to day, but the 35-year-old celeb is
going to need "a lot" of rehab in the coming months.
Lamar is "making fast
progress" and can move his arms and legs, but he is not able to stand up,
even with assistance. A CT scan came back clean, but there may be some
cognitive issues ahead. Though Lamar is still on dialysis
due to kidney failure, he is showing signs of improvement. He passed a
swallowing test, a promising sign of neurological function, and has
communicated using hand signals. Additionally, he is no longer wearing an
oxygen mask and is "doing great with his breathing."
Odom's move to Los Angeles will
also help Khloé remain close throughout his rehabilitation. The E! star has not
left his side since he was admitted on Tuesday, and a source told E! News,
"She goes everywhere with him. If Lamar leaves the room for testing, she
follows."
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