Bettyjo went into surgery at around 10:00am. The Doctor came out to speak with us at around 11:30am. He was able to get the scope down her esophagus and could see that she has a pouch (not supposed to be there) right above her upper esophageal sphincter mussel. The pouch is in very poor condition. He tried to put a stitch in it to close it up, but the tissue is in such poor condition that the stitches pulled through.
The disappointing news was that he was not able to do any repair this time.
The encouraging news is that he has devised a plan to open her completely up and dissect the pouch, and then put stitches into the good material on either side.
We have a follow up meeting with him next week, and I will keep you informed as to what is decided.
Thank you for all your prayers and support, it was certainly felt this morning.
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Thanks for the update, Bob. We have been praying this morning and wondering how things were going. We will continue to pray for wisdom and endurance as you look at this new option.
Rob & Doris
Thanks, Bob. You all continue to be in my prayers.
Thanks for the update, and Im glad the doctor has a plan! best wishes!!!
-ernie
Every time there is a setback with Bettyjo...a cry of frustration goes up in Thailand. I can't imagine your frustration. Glad there is some hopeful news too......Candice
Thanks for the update. Keep us up to date of the new plan.
Love
Jeff & K aren Irvin
Bob,
I am so glad there is another option. We will continue to pray.
Robin for the Troyers
Well, shoot, guys, I was hoping (and I know you were, too), that this would be a final step. But it's good he has a plan for what to do now. I love you Bettyjo. Hang in there.
Love,
Vicki
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