I just gave consent for Pat to get a permanent shunt for reducing CF fluid in her brain. Yesterday they put in a lumbar drain, which does the same thing and she showed a marked improvement. She has had a lumbar drain in the past, and it also showed improvement. The permanent shunt will drain excess fluid into her belly cavity, the procedure is not unusual, and will help her on her way to recovery. It will also help when she starts radiation as that can cause brain swelling, unfortunately the placement of the shunt will require a 2 week delay in the start of the radiation. The reason for the delay is you can’t expect an open incision from surgery to heal when subjected to radiation.
All in all, this is progress.
Scott
Thanks so much Scott for keeping us up to date..we all out here are thinking about all you are going through on a daily basis. Wish we could be there to help you and your parents..let us know if you need any kind of a break..
Lots of love, Nance, Sue and Miss Luna..xoxoxox
Thanks for the update! I’m sorry to hear about yet another treatment delay, but I really think the permanent shunt will be a good thing. I remember when Mr. P had his brain injury, the drain helped so much with his recovery! Thinking of you both often. Your puppies miss you! <3
Hi Scott, We have been praying for you both since we first heard and I saw Nance & Sue Sat & they told us about the blog. Please know we will continue praying that Pat will bounce back and return home soon and for God to keep your strength up both mentally and physically. Love to you both!
Thinking of you guys
Sounds like a marked irvpomement. You guys are amazing. Great job.Hoping this will all be over soon and you can be home in your own beds(and my heart will stop aching).My thoughts and prayers are still with you.