Although still in the initial stages of investigation, sources claimed the death of Kanye West’s 58 year old mother, Donda, may have been the result of a cosmetic operation procedure. According to TMZ, Donda died post-op due to complications from a “combined procedure.”

A Beverly Hills plastic surgeon came forward and claimed Donda asked him to perform a tummy tuck and breast reduction, but he instead referred her to an internist to get clearance. Donda reportedly never visited the internist recommended.

Kanye West and his family issued a statement last night:

“Kanye West, his family and friends would like to thank everyone for the outpouring of support and kind words that have come in from across the country since the death of his mother, Dr. Donda West.

“After working in higher education for 31 years, Dr. Donda West and Kanye West co-founded the Kanye West Foundation with the mission of helping to combat the severe dropout problem in high schools across the country. The first and signature initiative of the Kanye West Foundation is Loop Dreams. Designed to capitalize on students existing interest in hip-hop, Loop Dreams challenges students to learn more about what’s behind hip-hop culture in order to help them develop skills, express themselves creatively and be empowered.

“In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Dr. West’s name to the Kanye West Foundation/Loop Dreams Teacher Training Institute. Those donations can be made by visiting the Foundation’s Web site, www.KanyeWestFoundation.orgor by mail at Kanye West Foundation, 8560 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069.

“Details of funeral services are still pending.”

The family has yet to comment on the surgery rumors.

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