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I am unsure where to post this question but here it goes. I looked for old posts but could not come up with anything. As back patient's we always have a lot of X-Rays. I have had Ct scans also. Lately the Dr has been doing less X-Ray . Even after this surgery I did not have any when I went in for post surgical visit. I recently had a cervical Mri that showed a growth in the thyroid. I know that the thyroid can react to too much radiation. The other thing for me is I took a lot of X-Ray s for my job. We do protect ourselves but who knows. Is there any one else that has experienced this. I know that my thyroid was never protected during any of the exams that I have had. The biopsy is this week and then I will know just how "suspicious"this growth is. Since I just had surgery to remove some of the hardware I had to wait until I could lay on my back. Any one else with a problem like this?
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T10-pelvis fusion 12/08
C5,6,7 fusion 9/10
T2--T10 fusion 2/11
C 4-5 fusion 11/14
Right scapulectomy 6/15
Right pectoralis major muscle transfer to scapula
To replace the action of Serratus Anterior muscle 3/16
Broken neck 9/28/2018
Emergency surgery posterior fusion C4- T3
Repeated 11/2018 because rods pulled apart added T2 fusion
Removal of partial right thoracic hardware 1/2020
Removal and replacement of C4-T10 hardware with C7 and T 1
Osteotomy -
Jackie...
I'm unclear of what the problem is. If you're concerned that your doctor is taking less x-rays, you shouldn't be. That's a very good thing. There has been discussion among the industry, of taking fewer xrays, especially after surgery, especially for patients who do not have new or prolonged symptoms.
--LindaNever argue with an idiot. They always drag you down to their level, and then they beat you with experience. --Twain
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Surgery 2/10/93 A/P fusion T4-L3
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No Linda I wasn't worried about less X-Ray. But the reaction on the thyroid from having a lot of X-Rays.Last edited by jackieg412; 09-15-2014, 06:56 PM.T10-pelvis fusion 12/08
C5,6,7 fusion 9/10
T2--T10 fusion 2/11
C 4-5 fusion 11/14
Right scapulectomy 6/15
Right pectoralis major muscle transfer to scapula
To replace the action of Serratus Anterior muscle 3/16
Broken neck 9/28/2018
Emergency surgery posterior fusion C4- T3
Repeated 11/2018 because rods pulled apart added T2 fusion
Removal of partial right thoracic hardware 1/2020
Removal and replacement of C4-T10 hardware with C7 and T 1
OsteotomyComment
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If you're concerned, you should mention it to your surgeon. Unless you've been recruited for a study, or if you're having new symptoms, there's really no specific reason to take xrays on the regular postop schedule.Never argue with an idiot. They always drag you down to their level, and then they beat you with experience. --Twain
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Surgery 2/10/93 A/P fusion T4-L3
Surgery 1/20/11 A/P fusion L2-sacrum w/pelvic fixationComment
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Well the biopsy is done and I should get the results next week. It was really very easy except for trying to get in position for the radiologist to do the procedure. We all know how hard it is to adjust to different positions.T10-pelvis fusion 12/08
C5,6,7 fusion 9/10
T2--T10 fusion 2/11
C 4-5 fusion 11/14
Right scapulectomy 6/15
Right pectoralis major muscle transfer to scapula
To replace the action of Serratus Anterior muscle 3/16
Broken neck 9/28/2018
Emergency surgery posterior fusion C4- T3
Repeated 11/2018 because rods pulled apart added T2 fusion
Removal of partial right thoracic hardware 1/2020
Removal and replacement of C4-T10 hardware with C7 and T 1
OsteotomyComment
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Sending good vibes!! And hope it turns out good news for you! Warmly, LindaOriginally posted by jackieg412 View PostLinda Brozik~~60 yrs. old at time of Lenke's first surgery. 62 now!
Surgery 2006 L3/4 L4/5 double fusion/ instumentation/ With 2 cages
This started adult onset scoliosis
July 1st, 2010/ surgery ~~fused T10 to pelvis (long rods/ screws)
Oct.20th 2010, extended rods to T4 / did osteotomy at L3
Oct. 29th 2012 Dr. Lenke St. Louis Mo. T4 to sacrum osteotomy anterior cage L3/4 titanium rods
May 30th 2013 revision
May 8th cervicle surgery 2016
May 31st Dr. Gupta revision 2017Comment
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Thanks for the wishes and I find out on Tuesday if anything further is needed. The biopsy was easy. The Dr needed 3 samples and got all three right away. Easy as pie!T10-pelvis fusion 12/08
C5,6,7 fusion 9/10
T2--T10 fusion 2/11
C 4-5 fusion 11/14
Right scapulectomy 6/15
Right pectoralis major muscle transfer to scapula
To replace the action of Serratus Anterior muscle 3/16
Broken neck 9/28/2018
Emergency surgery posterior fusion C4- T3
Repeated 11/2018 because rods pulled apart added T2 fusion
Removal of partial right thoracic hardware 1/2020
Removal and replacement of C4-T10 hardware with C7 and T 1
OsteotomyComment
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Well the good news is the growth is benign. So I don't have to do anything about it right now. I can have it taken out now or it has to be checked every 6 months. Now that is a good question ---do you want to do this every 6 months? So the primary care Dr recommended that I ask the spine surgeon if he would allow another surgeon to remove it when he does the next cervical surgery. So that is a what I need to ask. The primary care Dr seems to think that would be best . I will ask him next month.T10-pelvis fusion 12/08
C5,6,7 fusion 9/10
T2--T10 fusion 2/11
C 4-5 fusion 11/14
Right scapulectomy 6/15
Right pectoralis major muscle transfer to scapula
To replace the action of Serratus Anterior muscle 3/16
Broken neck 9/28/2018
Emergency surgery posterior fusion C4- T3
Repeated 11/2018 because rods pulled apart added T2 fusion
Removal of partial right thoracic hardware 1/2020
Removal and replacement of C4-T10 hardware with C7 and T 1
OsteotomyComment
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That is such a relief for you to hear! I am very happy for you and the outcome. Yes, having it removed during your cervical surgery sounds like a good plan if your surgeon goes along with that. Hopefully that will work out... (smile) (Wish those emoticons worked). So glad for the good news, Susie71 and plugging along... but having some problems
2007 52° w/ severe lumbar stenosis & L2L3 lateral listhesis (side shift)
5/4/07 posterior fusion T2-L4 w/ laminectomies and osteotomies @L2L3, L3L4
Dr. Kim Hammerberg, Rush Univ. Medical Center in Chicago
Corrected to 15°
CMT (type 2) DX in 2014, progressing
10/2018 x-rays - spondylolisthesis at L4/L5 - Dr. DeWald is monitoring
Click to view my pics: pics of scoli x-rays digital x-rays, and pics of meComment
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Ah, 2 for 1 procedure! So glad it's benign. I hope your surgeon agrees & that all goes well!Peg
61 yrs old
75 degree lumbar curve with thoracic kyphosis
T3 - S1 surgery with Dr. Buchowski in St. Louis, on 10/27/14
Working on healing in Columbus, Ohio!Comment
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That's great news that it's benign, Jackie. Hope you can get it all taken care of at once like you wish!Surgery Jan 6, 2014 at 38 yrs
Posterior Fusion T10-L4, osteotomy 1 lev.
Pre op-Thoracolumbar Curve-50 degreesComment
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