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CrisGer and others,
Many thanks for your support. I also wanted to pass along an update...
The surgery went well, and I spent a couple of hours in recovery, following the dilation procedure.
However, I have known during each surgery that there was about a 1-in-5 risk I had to accept that something could go badly wrong. This time, it almost did. During the procedure, I began to clot up, and Dr. Bjarnason had to deal with it during the operation. That's precisely why I come to the Mayo Clinic. I am fortunate that God doesn't want a stubborn *** like me causing trouble up there, (I'm presuming) because if this clot had gone to my heart or my lungs, I might not be here to write this.
I know this might be upsetting to read, but I felt it important that you know. I hope you understand this.
I am also happy to report that when I am due for an ultrasound in September, Dr. Bjarnason has agreed to allow me to have it done at Mass General, so that I do not have to come here for it.
As of right now, it looks like December might be the next round if they have to do another dilation.
I will spend some time with family resting and recovering, and will return home in the early afternoon on May 23rd. Good night to you.
Peace and love to all.