Is Gale (Jackson) gone for good on Desperate Housewives?

After Gale's horrific motorcycle accident they had to change their storyline plans somewhat. I think whether he comes back or not depends entirely on the speed of his recovery. I think he was in intensive care for several days and was touch and go as to whether he would survive. I also believe he really trashed his shoulder. After looking for it, I found this: http://www.celebridiot.com/2008/10/15/gale-howard-seriously-injured-motorcycle-accident/ Gale Howard, the new cast member that plays Teri Hatcher’s boyfriend in Desperate Housewives, has suffered serious injuries in a motorcycle accident. According to reports Howard is currently in the intensive care unit a the Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center. A statement from his representative stated that Howard has suffered a fractured shoulder and should make a full recovery.