# Medical complications of Leslie Caoili's aortic dissection

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/medical-complications-of-leslie-caoilis-aortic-dissection
> Updated: 2026-08-27T09:03:00.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Leslie Caoili, a 41-year-old competitive strength athlete from San Diego, underwent emergency surgery after a routine cardiac exam revealed a life-threatening Type A aortic dissection. To prevent immediate death, doctors performed an eight-and-a-half-hour operation involving cardiopulmonary bypass and extensive aortic reconstruction.

Following the procedure, Caoili suffered severe circulation loss. The lack of blood supply led to tissue necrosis in her extremities, eventually requiring the amputation of her hands at the mid-forearm and both legs. As she prepares for discharge, her family is seeking assistance for medical expenses and home modifications.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Leslie Caoili undergoes leg amputation following aortic dissection

After a routine check-up in San Diego revealed a life-threatening aortic dissection, athlete Leslie Caoili underwent emergency surgery, later resulting in the amputation of her leg due to circulation failure.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/french-heir-ordered-to-pay-61943-euro-tax-penalty

### 2026-08-23: San Diego athlete loses limbs after emergency heart surgery

San Diego strength athlete Leslie Caoili has had her arms and legs amputated following complications from emergency surgery to repair a life-threatening aortic dissection.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-diego-athlete-loses-limbs-following-emergency-aortic-surgery

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