On Tuesday we will learn a great deal of things. If no stricture or narrowing and the loop of intestine is dilated/nonfunctional, then Dr. S feels that surgery is the next option. Unfortunately, I agree. During the procedure, we are going to localize where this loop of intestine is in relation to the skin. This will assess the feasibility of surgery if needed.
Ron seems to have more than enough intestine at this point. He has lost weight but electrolytes and albumin are normal and no diarrhea leading me to think that he has enough small intestine currently. On x-rays, the loop of intestine does not seem very long so if it needs to be removed, I don’t think that short bowel syndrome will result. The caveat is if there are no complications… If surgery is needed, Ron will need some TPN but I don’t expect it to be a long term issue.
Regarding timing of surgery, I don’t know. There is no emergency currently and we would want the surgery to occur in the best of settings with lots of planning.
Keep praying!
Christie
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