Mariska Hargitay Returns To 'Law & Order: SVU'

Access Hollywood - January 27, 2009 3:13 PM PST
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NEW YORK, NY -- Mariska Hargitay has returned to the set of "Law & Order: SVU" for the first time since she suffered a collapsed lung earlier this month.

A rep for the star confirmed to Access Hollywood that Mariska, who plays Detective Olivia Benson, was back on the set of the drama, earlier today.

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A driver for the actress told RadarOnline, which first reported the story, the actress was spending all day on set.

"She's in there shooting and she's going to be in there late tonight," the driver told the Web site.

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A "Welcome Back" bouquet was also reportedly delivered to the set.

As previously reported on AccessHollywood.com, earlier this month Mariska was "sidelined with a pneumothorax (a partially collapsed lung)," according to her rep.

At the time, her rep said that despite the injury, Mariska was expected to finish filming the rest of the episodes in this season's "Law & Order: SVU."

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According to WebMD, pneumothorax occurs as a result of the "buildup of air in the space between the lung and the chest wall."

It is often caused by a chest injury like a puncture wound or broken rib, but can occur without injury.

Treatment can include oxygen and observation by a doctor, while serious cases can require surgery.

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  • TJDIII0911
    Hello Mariska; Hope your feeling alright. I,ve had a sincere crush for you since I first saw you years ago. Last night I even watched the eppisode where you charachter was explained by yourself and I was thrilled to watch your interview. I was wondering if you could mail me a 8x10' photo of yourself to me. I would cherish it forever! My address is 147 South Green St., Wichita, KS. 67211
    report abuseposted February 2, 2009 4:38 PM PST
  • Lady*Lei
    I'm delighted that the gentle, compassionate and beautiful, "Law & Order Star ... Mariska H." is back on track! Best wishes from your loyal fans, Sweetie!
    report abuseposted January 27, 2009 4:18 PM PST
  • Bren
    I'm so glad she's ok. she's a good actress and seems to be a nice person. Her beloved mom and sweet dad would be so proud. Good luck and health to her.
    report abuseposted January 27, 2009 4:05 PM PST
  • JohnM
    shes one of the best, she allways looks hot.
    report abuseposted January 27, 2009 3:32 PM PST
  • Nevermind
    Christian Lady-Margaux Hemingway is dead. She committed suicide some years ago. Mariska Hargitay was not in Lipstick. You have your actresses mixed up, I'm afraid! Margaux Hemingway was Mariel Hemingway's sister. Mariska Hargitay is Jayne Mansfield and Mickey Hargitay's daughter.
    report abuseposted January 27, 2009 2:13 PM PST
  • Paula S
    Great News!! She's terrific!!
    report abuseposted January 27, 2009 1:35 PM PST
  • __A_YAHOO_USER__
    She's one of the best..... '
    report abuseposted January 27, 2009 12:11 PM PST
  • Humpty Dumpty
    I loved her, Margaux Hemingway, in "Lipstick". She looks different though. Amen.
    report abuseposted January 27, 2009 2:33 AM PST
  • ~.Amanda.~
    I wish the best for Mariska and her family. I am glad to hear some wonderful news coming from Hollywood these days.
    report abuseposted January 27, 2009 12:54 AM PST
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