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Achille Polonara Leaves Hospital, Returns Home After Leukemia Transplant

The homecoming marks the start of recovery at home after a bone marrow transplant for acute myeloid leukemia.

Overview

  • Polonara was discharged from Bologna’s Sant’Orsola Hospital on Sunday, November 9, following a bone marrow transplant.
  • He spent about ten days in a coma after the procedure and later said he had risked his life during the ordeal.
  • His return was captured by Le Iene, with Nicolò De Devitiis following the journey and a report by Alessandra Frigo showing the embrace with his children and wife.
  • The family welcomed him with a banner reading “Bentornato Papà, ci sei mancato,” and chef Bruno Barbieri prepared his favorite tortellini alla panna for a celebratory meal.
  • He has begun convalescence at home with signs of progress, including easing arm pain, as fans and clubs continue public displays of support and he remains under contract with Sassari.