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    Radiogirl's Surgery

    Well, you will all be relieved to know, as I was, Radiogirl's surgery was a huge success yesterday. 5 hours surgery, 4 hours recovery and she is trying to rest at this point. With Radiogirl's determination, wonderful attitude and personality I knew she would prevail - but, I certainly felt better once I had the official word from her sister. They had some problems logging onto this forum from the hosp and asked that I do so for them. Please keep them both in your thoughts as they begin this road to recovery. Welcome Laura to "the other side". I know I sure do!!!!!! Congrats to Radiogirl (and her sister!).
    Rita Thompson
    Age 46
    Milwaukee Brace wearer for 3 years in childhood
    Surgery Mar 1st - 95 degree thoracic curve
    Surgery by Dr. Lenke, St. Louis, MO
    Post-surgery curve 25-30 degree
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    Thanks so much for the update on Laura. She is in my thoughts and prayers.
    Glenda
    Age 66 Georgia (63 at time of surgery)
    Bi-lateral laminectomy 2006
    Kyphoscoliosis, approx 38* lumbar scoliosis, stenosis, disk herniations, lower back and hip pain, w/radiating pain, stinging and numbness in legs.
    A/P fusion (T10-S2) 5/17/10 and 5/20/10
    Dr Yoon, Emory Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital, Atlanta, GA
    Pleased with outcome

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    • #3
      Although I read now on the sidelines - I've followed all of you through your surgery's and think about you on your days. So glad to hear Laura is on the other side - Thanks Rita for letting us know.

      Laura when you read this wishes for a smooth recovery

      Dee
      Dee - Mother of two daughters, both with scoliosis KateScoliKid (16yo) 52* Lumbar curve
      Fusion Surgery 2/9/10 T-11->L-3 @CHKD Norfolk VA
      Jes (20yo) T 3 -> L 3 w/ Kyphosis

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      • #4
        Congrats Laura, wonderful news. I'm sure you will get stronger each day. I bet it feels great to be on the "other side". Thanks for the update. I have been wondering how she/you did.
        Shari - 55 years old
        Pre-Surgery 62 degree thorasic curve with shifting.
        Post op 13 degree curve.
        Successful surgery 4/15/10, T3-L2 fused.
        2nd surgery to reopen incision 10" to diagnose infection, 5/18/10
        Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI - the late Dr. Harry Herkowitz
        www.scoliosisthejourney.com

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        • #5
          I hope you have a speedy recovery!
          Be happy!
          We don't know what tomorrow brings,
          but we are alive today!

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          • #6
            Laura--Glad to hear you've joined us on this side. Knew you could do it! Prayers and gentle hugs coming your way for a speedy recovery. Janet
            Janet

            61 years old--57 for surgery

            Diagnosed in 1965 at age of 13--no brace
            Thoracic Curve: 96 degrees to 35 degrees
            Lumbar Curve: 63 degrees to 5 degrees
            Surgery with Dr. Lenke in St. Louis--March 30, 2009
            T-2 to Pelvis, and hopefully all posterior procedure.

            All was posterior along with 2 cages and 6 osteotomies.

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            • #7
              Rita -
              Thanks for the update on Laura. Great news is always fun to report, huh?

              And that YOU are in your own recovery is exciting too. Hope all is well with you!
              Julie - 51 yrs old

              Dx'd 1973 - 43* thoracic curve / rotation
              Wore Milwaukee brace 1973 - 1979
              Pre-surgery: 63* thoracic / 52* lumbar curves

              Surgeries: P - March 16, 2009 - Fused T3-S2 with pelvic fixation
              A -April 14, 2009 - Fused L5-S1
              Achieved +70% Correction
              Dr. Khaled Kebaish, (and team) Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore

              Standing x-ray
              New Spine 03/19/2009
              New Spine Lateral 03/19/2009

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              • #8
                Congratulations!
                36 year young cardiac RN
                old curve C 29, T 70, L 50
                new curve C 7, T 23, L 20
                Surgery June 11, UCH, Dr. Cronen T2-L5, posterior
                Revision December 20 L5-S1 with pelvic fixation
                and Osteotomy to L3 at Tampa General Hospital

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                • #9
                  Thanks Rita.

                  Laura, I'm glad to hear of your successful surgery and hope your recovery is swift and smooth. Every day is one day closer to taking back your life!
                  Surgery March 3, 2009 at almost 58, now 63.
                  Dr. Askin, Brisbane, Australia
                  T4-Pelvis, Posterior only
                  Osteotomies and Laminectomies
                  Was 68 degrees, now 22 and pain free

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