By alley - Apr 8, 2016, 1:04 PM ET

IMSA: Crawford released from Rome hospital

DeltaWing race engineer Catherine Crawford, who underwent emergency surgery in late March to remove a brain tumor, has been released from a Rome hospital, her parents said in a statement.

"It is with much relief we can finally bring you up to speed with Catherine's health status," said Jan and Max Crawford, who have been with their daughter in Rome throughout

the ordeal

. "On Wednesday April 6, Catherine was discharged from the hospital into the care of her family here in Rome. We can't thank enough the exceptional surgeon, Dr. Biagia La Pira, and all the folks at Umberto I Hospital in Rome for all they've done for Kate and our family."

Crawford and her husband Russ were on a business-pleasure trip to Italy when she suffered a severe headache and more serious symptoms, her parents said in a statement released at the time. She underwent surgery on March 29.

Her progress will allow the DeltaWing Racing engineer to continue her recovery at home in America.

"Catherine is recovering at a speed that's very encouraging and will fly with husband Russ and the Crawford family home to the U.S. on Saturday," the statement continued. "She has said to us to thank everyone who has reached out to express their love and support.

The outpouring of care for Crawford from the greater racing community has been heartwarming. IndyCar and IMSA drivers, engineers, team owners, and many who've met or worked with Kate continue to share their support for one of the sport's most talented representatives.