big strides in his recovery and will not need further surgery, a doctor declared yesterday.

Urologist Dr. Charles Dyer also said the 18-year-old's ruptured kidney was functioning well, and would not have to be removed.

"He is recovering very well, probably helped by the fact he is young and fit,'' said Dr. Dyer, who oversaw the operation on Mr. Ordyniec, which was carried out by Dr. Clarence James at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.

The teenager was left fighting for his life after breaking his arm, ribs, and pelvis when his bike collided with a car in Verdmont Road, Smith's Parish, last Thursday.

One of the main problems facing doctors was internal bleeding. His spleen also had to be removed.

Mr. Ordyniec, who was among a group of exchange students from Germany, is expected to fly home with his father to convalesce.