Maria Kanellis-Bennett Re-Admitted to Hospital Following Adrenal Surgery Complications

One Big Thing

AEW star Maria Kanellis-Bennett has been re-admitted to hospital due to severe post-surgical complications, following her recent operation to remove an adrenal gland mass.

Why It Matters

This health setback impacts not only Maria’s personal well-being but also affects:
• Her role in AEW’s women’s division
• The ongoing storylines involving her husband Mike Bennett
• The wrestling community’s growing awareness of performer health issues

By The Numbers

• Surgery performed in October 2023
• Re-admitted on October 27
• Hospital stay extended at 4:00 AM due to uncontrollable pain

Key Details

Current Symptoms

• Severe pain in neck, spine, and head
• Difficulty walking and standing
• Requiring multiple pain management medications

Treatment Protocol

Medical team has administered:
• Morphine
• Anti-nausea medication
• Caffeine/ibuprofen combination
• Magnesium supplements

Direct Quote

“I’m having trouble walking and standing because of the pain. I miss my kids and I am ready to be home but here I am,” Kanellis-Bennett shared on Twitter.

Looking Ahead

• No timeline has been provided for her release from hospital
• Her return to AEW programming remains uncertain
• Medical team focusing on pain management before considering discharge

We’ll continue monitoring Maria’s condition and provide updates as they become available.

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