Surgery Update

Posted on by

I went in Monday at 7:30 to have several Ultrasounds done before the surgery. Lower abdomen and both legs.

The original plan was to have them ram a tunnel across my lower belly, thread an artificial artery through from one side to the other and splice the right side upper femoral artery to below the blockage they couldn’t get out on the left side and then ram another tunnel from the left side under the new splice down my thigh and reconnect to the Femoral artery just above the knee. The Untrasounds revealed a new narrowing in the artery just below the left knee so now plans have changed. I am going in this Friday at 7:00 for check in and they added another surgeon. They are going to do some Angioplasty on this newly discovered narrowing and put a stent in just below the knee so when they splice in from above there will be better blood flow down to my lower left leg which is the whole purpose of this surgery in the first place. They figure 6 hours even with 2 surgeons and probably 2 months to recuperate. Myself, I think it’s going to be longer because I m still not 100% healed up from the surgery last December.

It’s like I told CederQ, the only way forward is through and it is what it is. I am very much hoping that this does some serious good this time.

All prayers and well wishes are very welcome and I will be back as soon as I can as I will be taking my phone and laptop with me.

55 thoughts on “Surgery Update”

  1. Hang tough, Phil.
    Ya ain’t allowed to shuffle off before I do, and I’m slated for at least another 20 on this rock.
    Just keep thinkin’ how much better you’re gonna feel once this circus is over and done with.

  3. Hope you do well, might have them do breast implants too, that way you have something to entertain yourself with afterwards….

  5. The technology and surgical skills are essential, but never underestimate the power of a positive attitude!

  7. +10 to the positive attitude

    But also they’ve gotten good at these complex surgeries. I’ve reviewed CT scans of the results on this sort of thing, and it’s amazing what they can do these days.

  8. You said it yourself. When things get tough, lower your head and push on through until things get better. That is the only Remedy for bad health situations.

    I hope you find relief soon Phil.

  9. Stay the course! And let’s hope these Surgeons “Minored” in the fine art of Plumbing as it sounds like that’s what they’re up to.

    Eventually, this will all become a “Memory” for you. Fully overshadowed by the fine results of a very positive outcome!

    Prayers, Vibes and all but the best for you, Sir.

  15. You got this, Phil. We’re counting on your leadership, or at least bad example, to get us through.

  16. We’re rooting for you Bud. I’ve been through 14 surgeries of one kind or another though none were as complicated as the ones you face and I’ve come out the other side in better shape every time. Started with a growth around my intestines when I was 3 years old and the last one was two stents put in when I was 72. The guy who farms my home place was worried about the last one and I told him that it took me 72 years to get to the point of needing stents so I figured I had a few more years left. Two years later I’m going strong still cutting wood and running a repair shop welding and fabricating though I’ve massively cut back on what I will take on. I note the advice about a positive attitude from other posters and I agree it’s a game changer and the best way to approach the surgery. Best of luck and again, we’re rooting for you.

  18. Prayers up! Ditto on the above…. except for Bill. I just about gagged on that comment. Coffee costs too much to blow out my nose.

  19. Good luck with your surgery and I’ll raise a glass of good whiskey for a fast recovery!

  22. I prayed for you and your time in surgery. I have been there and hopefully you will fight through the pain of PT and recover over the next few months.

  24. Godspeed. I truly mean that. Prayer works. Pro tip: when in the confines of a hospital, nicotine pouches are your friend.

  25. Mr. Knuckles:

    Good luck on the procedures and may the out comes all be well. Prayers for the wisdom and skill of the Dr’s.

    Spin

  29. Prayers, Phil. A good attitude certainly helps, my heart surgery (although complex) was a breeze, because I wasn’t worried. My wifey unit was in a tailspin, I told her it wasn’t such a big deal.

    50 years earlier, as a Scout learning programming at Holy Family Hospital I was privileged to watch the first open heart surgery in Spokane. Who’da thunk that almost exactly 50 years later it would be ME on the slab! Your procedure, likewise, is now a well-tested surgery and I think you’ll do well.

    Push through, and enjoy the time off. ALL of us are pulling for ya!

    No, Bill, no tittie surgery. It’s not in his Plan.

  30. My best friend has a genetic condition where his blood vessels clog up with goo really fast, much faster than normal. Runs in his family. Maybe similar situation. Anyway my buddy has had a bunch of roto-rooters, stents and new pipes from here to there not to mention bypass surgery at least twice as I recall and he is still going strong. My point is – if my buddy can get through this, you can too. God Speed.

  32. Sounds like a better plan from what you mentioned a few days ago, keep yer chin up, my friend.

  36. Just amazing what they can do these days, 20 years ago you were a goner, now you may get another 20. Let God be your Co-Pilot.
    Watched the Space X rescue splash down yesterday, unbelievable what is happening in our lifetime, we are lucky to see it.
    Plenty of rest Pray Hope and Don’t Worry

  37. Best wishes, good thoughts, and prayers for you, your family, AND the medical team that will fix yer ornery ass – from one ornery ass to another! Quick recovery, too!! As I said in an earlier reply – don’t go pinchin’ the (female) nurses on the ass or anywhere else😉

    Y’all take care,
    Mike in FLA.

  40. Prayers for you, your medical team and your wife.
    Looking forward to reading updates.
    CederQ going to be double time for a bit.

  42. Will put you at the top of the prayer list my good man. Keep your head up!! Gary Barnett

  43. Prayers until you’re through it. You’re a good one.
    ~ mississloppigarro

  44. I can only echo the same Speedy Recovery and
    Prayers Up mentioned by all. As as Grog commented up a few notes, yes, this procedure sounds better than the previous plan.

  45. Prayers from here. Anything else is moot.

    Be sure to tell your doctors to have a great day. Seriously. I do it every time I or my wife have a surgery. If they do, we do.

  46. I wish you the best of luck and wish for relief for you. Prayers are being said.
    Matt

  48. I don’t comment often, but read the blog everyday. I’ve known people like you, Phil. Tough sons a bitches that never quit. That attitude is what will get you through. Never quit. You’ve got a lot of people counting on you and pulling for you. Besides, I need my Monday Gun day!

  53. Well if all goes as planed then right now the surgeons are working their magic. So all I can do is offer up a pray. Be a good boy, follow all their directions and hopefully you be your ornery self once again.

Comments are closed.