Irv Update - September 2011 #4

Irv's drain placement was partially successful. Bile is draining, but the doctors aren't pleased with the placement so on Monday they will try again. The hope is that the area will calm down and allow better access. Right now the engorgement from the blockage caused too narrow of a stricture to safely proceed to the "right" area. He is in room 1563. It is not a private room and is on the south side of the building and is HOT! We aren't happy about that at all. I think our insurance won't pay for a private room unless that is all that is available. Dr. Gluck was just in and reiterated that a future surgical remedy is the only option - after his liver has calmed down. A Dr. Biehl will be doing the surgery and his team is supposed to be in touch, but I doubt whether it will be until Monday. That is the news for now. Love to you all, Penny