Collapsed Lung/Pneumothorax(BTPX)

Timeline

1. R229 Aug

   Occurred

   Took an early hit to the ribs from Ethan Read in the Round 22 game against Gold Coast, tried to continue, and was ruled out. Club timeline yet to be confirmed.

   2 fixtures missed

   vs GCS

2. 16 Aug

   Reassessment

   Club confirmed a punctured lung — sharpened rib contusion (BTCO) to pneumothorax (BTPX). Fitness to be reassessed later in the week.

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3. 18 Aug

   Progress update

   Reassessment

   AFL Medical Room R24 rules Jayden Laverde out for the rest of the season. Jayden Laverde | Lung | Season

   Return now expected 1 Mar

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