Gal Gadot's Emergency Surgery for a Brain Blood Clot During Pregnancy

Gal Gadot's Shocking Health Revelation
In February, during the eighth month of her pregnancy with her fourth daughter, Ori, Gal Gadot faced a life-threatening health crisis. The actress, 39, revealed in an emotional Instagram post that she underwent emergency surgery after being diagnosed with a massive blood clot in her brain.

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Weeks of Pain Before Diagnosis
Gadot endured severe headaches for weeks, which confined her to bed. After undergoing an MRI, doctors discovered a massive blood clot that required immediate attention.

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Emergency Surgery Amid Fear and Uncertainty
She was rushed to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, where an extraordinary team of doctors performed emergency surgery. During this procedure, Gadot also gave birth to her daughter Ori, a name she described as symbolizing “light at the end of the tunnel.”

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Full Recovery and Lessons Learned
Thanks to dedicated care, Gadot has fully recovered. Reflecting on the experience, she emphasized two lessons:

1.    Listen to Your Body: Pain or discomfort can be life-saving signals.

2.    Awareness Matters: While rare, cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) affects 3 in 100,000 pregnant women in their 30s. Recognizing the symptoms can save lives.

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Empowering Others Through Her Story
Gadot’s goal in sharing her story is to raise awareness and inspire others to prioritize their health. She hopes her experience will encourage at least one person to take action when noticing unusual symptoms.