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The Cleveland Clinic released a statement Monday updating chimp attack victim Charla Nash's condition.

According to the statement, Nash is completely blind in both eyes with no chance for improvement.

The clinic said Nash remains in "critical but stable" condition at their hospital. Full recovery could take up to one year.

Nash suffered extensive injuries to her face, hands and eyes during the February attack.

The Cleveland Clinic said Ms. Nash was awake and able to communicate with her family and caregivers.

"Doctors are planning the first phase of reconstructive surgery" said a Cleveland Clinic spokesperson.

"The first procedure will focus on restoring critical function and preventing infection. Over time, surgical efforts will address her more complex functional needs and improve her aesthetics.

The entire process will likely take numerous surgeries over the next two years.

Her initial reconstructive surgery will be focused solely on her facial trauma and not her hands, as these wounds have been stabilized.

Discussion or consideration for a face transplant is premature at this time."