Update on Hugo
Hugo & I did go to Scottish Rite for a second opinion. Dr Birch was very nice. He said he considered Hugo a healthy boy aside from the scoliosis, which was a relief. He also said, which I found interesting, that the veterbral body stapling has impacted his flexiblity somewhat already, and that doing Hugo's fusion will not be like operating on someone who has never had surgery becasue of the scar tissue. He would have to consult closely with Dr Betz and bring in a surgeon from Children's Medical, although they were happy to help Hugo. Hugo also made a comment to Dr Betz that he was really glad he was 5'7" before having his fusion, and Dr Betz said, "Forgive me if I don't share your enthusiasm." Anyway, as soon as we were walking out of the building, Hugo told me he wanted to have the surgery in Philly because he felt more confidence in that team. I think he made the right decision, and I am really glad he made the choice to go forward and have the surgery in his own mind.
Anyway, surgery is scheduled for April 2 at Shriners with Dr Samdani and the team. We will be there 3/29 to 4/18. We are going to stay in the Ronald McDonald House for a week after our discharge and have the first wound check at Shriner's.
We are much calmer now, and I really appreciate all the support I have gotten here.
Camille
Hugo & I did go to Scottish Rite for a second opinion. Dr Birch was very nice. He said he considered Hugo a healthy boy aside from the scoliosis, which was a relief. He also said, which I found interesting, that the veterbral body stapling has impacted his flexiblity somewhat already, and that doing Hugo's fusion will not be like operating on someone who has never had surgery becasue of the scar tissue. He would have to consult closely with Dr Betz and bring in a surgeon from Children's Medical, although they were happy to help Hugo. Hugo also made a comment to Dr Betz that he was really glad he was 5'7" before having his fusion, and Dr Betz said, "Forgive me if I don't share your enthusiasm." Anyway, as soon as we were walking out of the building, Hugo told me he wanted to have the surgery in Philly because he felt more confidence in that team. I think he made the right decision, and I am really glad he made the choice to go forward and have the surgery in his own mind.
Anyway, surgery is scheduled for April 2 at Shriners with Dr Samdani and the team. We will be there 3/29 to 4/18. We are going to stay in the Ronald McDonald House for a week after our discharge and have the first wound check at Shriner's.
We are much calmer now, and I really appreciate all the support I have gotten here.
Camille
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