from Jan 20 to today.
I met with the Surgeon (Dr. Skipper) and we're now set-up for Surgery on
They will go through my sternum and STOP my Heart while they perform the
'open heart' operation to repair my leaky Mitral valve. It will take about 3-4 hours.
I'll be in ICU for 2 days, and hospitalized for 4-7 days.
I'll be off work for up to 6 weeks, while I recover.
All this sounds pretty scary, but the statistics are on my side for no complications and a full recovery.
As I said before, I'm doing this because I will be 'better off' AFTERWARDS, than I am now.
I hope this won't cause me to miss the Super Bowl - One has to have priorities.
Ed
This is a great way to keep everyone updated. I'll be praying for a complication-free surgery!
ReplyDeleteEd,
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the update... Thanks Bud! Hey, BTW you forgot to mention that wild wings are a big part of your getting better diet :) LOL
Get well soon my friend and keep us informed...
AL