Jen’s surgery was a success. She is stable and recovering from the anesthesia.
Though stabilizing the spine was priority one, and was 100% successful. Removing the tumor was the most challenging part of the surgery.
The tumor was bloody and resection was slow. One cell at a time. Dr. Shasti (assisted by Dr. Moshirfar) had to cauterize after every step to control the bleeding.
Jen lost about 500cc of blood, and was transfused 3 units.
Her surgeons were able to get most of the tumor, taking almost all of Jen’s T12 vertebrae with it.
Pathology will take about 2 weeks. So, we’ll know what kind of cancer we’re dealing with then.
In the meantime, we need her bones to heal quickly, so that she can begin chemo and radiation as soon as possible. As part of her post op, Jen will be fitted with a bone brace, a device that stimulates bone healing.
Jen’s incision will take 3 to 4 weeks to heal, and she will feel pain mostly where her rib was removed.
Unless there are any complications, Jen is expected to come home Wednesday or Thursday.
Prayers answered!!!! So happy!!!!!
Stephen, Thank you for sharing. Jennifer, I expect a quick recovery my friend…we still have dinner plans to make up for from way back on April 3rd. Love ya.
I’m so happy, we just need to keep praying and have good thoughts.
We wish you well, Jennifer. If only I could give you a big hug. Love, Sharon and Allen
So good to hear this!
Such great news! So excited she gets to go home! I bet she can’t wait! What great news today. Great job, Jennifer! Stay strong!
So, so thankful for the success of the surgery! Thanking and praising God! You are in our hearts and prayers for quick healing!
You are in my thoughts and prayers for a rapid recovery.
Such wonderful news! Speedy recovery!
Great news!
PTL…praying for a speedy recovery so she can start chemo and radiation. 🙏🏻
Prayers answered!! Such great news and home in a couple days is amazing!!
So glad to hear the surgery went well, sending prayers for fast, uneventful healing as she continues on this journey. (((Hugs)))
So thankful that everything went well. Stay strong Jennifer we are still with you.
Love this so much Jennifer!
HI JENNIFER, SO GLAD TO HEAR THE SURGERY WENT WELL! WISHING YOU A SPEEDY RECOVERY AND GET WELL SOON. LOVE YOU! AUNT JOANNE & UNCLE DENNY.
So thankful for Jennifer’s incredible strength and this wonderful news! And so glad that she will be home soon!
Such great news! So thankful! Jen we are all sending you love and healing thoughts from Teamconderoga!