Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Good news!

We just spoke with the surgeon and the surgery went extremely well! The surgery took 6 hours in total, and Julie is now in recovery in the critical care unit and we're hoping to see her in the next couple of hours.

The surgeon told us he was very pleased with the tumour removal, and the lymph nodes that were removed didn't appear to be cancerous and will be analyzed to confirm.

The skin graft from Julie's wrist onto her tongue went well and there is a 95% chance it will take.

Julie will most likely move to the step down unit this evening or tomorrow, and be there for a couple of days. We'll wait until Julie is well enough to tell us when she's ready for visitors and we'll let everyone know.

7 comments:

  1. That is SO great to hear!!!! Jules, you're a superstar! Can't wait to see you :) Warm wishes and lots of love,
    Meagan

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  2. Julie
    This is Great News!!
    The Cauley/Dales clan send you love and best wishes.
    You go girl!!!

    Mary Lynn

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  3. We are so relieved and thankful to hear that today went well! We're here thinking about all of you and knowing what a tough day it's been. We're sure Julie can feel all the love coming her way!
    the Guelph gang

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  4. Hey Julie!

    I called the anesthesia department to see who would be there with you. You are in GREAT hands. i wouldn't want anyone else there with me than Dr. Crosby! I know you'll pull thru. You are a STAR!!!!

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  5. So pleased with this wonderful news! I can see you healing already Julie! We love you and are by you all the way!! xo Love Auntie Mare, Shannon and Taylor xo

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  6. I had no doubt in my mind that I would be reading good news updates.. I'm proud to be in your family strong girl!

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  7. Let us know when you want some visitors!

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