Wednesday Update

Hi all,

We have had some changes this morning so I wanted to update you all. Consent has been given to do an exploratory laparotomy. This is a surgery that will allow the doctors to cut open his intestines and figure out what the blockage is and what needs to be done. The surgery has not been scheduled as of yet, though he is ready to go today if need be. They don't know how long the surgery would be as it would depend on what they find and what needs to be fixed.

Additionally, consent has been given to give him a new chest tube. The x-rays have shown some fluid on his lungs so this new tube will hopefully help it drain. That process is happening right now.

We will keep you updated on the surgery but as I said it still hasn't been scheduled and there is a chance it may not happen. It really depends on the surgeon and his assessment of Dad's clinical state when they are ready to go.

Thanks
Haverly