Great news from the Dr. even though it took an extra 1hr. 45 min.
Pam is in recovery now so it will be approx. 45 minutes or more before we can see her.
They were able to take only 1/3 of her kidney instead of all of it which is great news. This means that should something happen to her other kidney later in life; this one should basically be able to act on its own as well.
The mass that was removed was frozen and examined and it was def. cancer which was very against the odds due to her age and health etc. Due to the relatively small size due to early detection; she has a 95-97% recovery rate and a 1-3% chance of recurrence.
Now I know part of the reason Pam is such a good athlete (besides her will); her lung was 1 rib longer than the average so they had to move that out of the way during the procedure before moving it back and refilling it with oxygen. This is part of what led to the procedure taking a little longer.
Pam should be released in 3-5 days but we will keep you posted as we see her in her room. Until then; it is a small liquid only diet and rest for the rest of today. Tomorrow we will attempt food and short walking distances.
Thanks for everyone's well wishes and love today.
PAM WINS, CANCER LOSES!!!!!
Bill, Carol, and I will be in the cafeteria eating and relaxing until we can see her at which point we will update you more.
Love,
Ryan
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YAY!!!! Huge hugs to you and Pam!
thank God it was early detection and that only 1/3 of the kidney had to be removed! We love you Pam & Ryan!
YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That's my Pammy, she's a fighter!!!!!!!!!!!!
Very good news. Pam is so strong and will be back to herself so fast! Love you Pam!!!
Great news!! Keeping you all in our thoughts!! Get well soon Pam!! =)
great news! been thinking of you all all day! stay strong!
Glad they got the mass and it's loooonnnng gone!! We'll keep you in our prayers for a speed recovery!
So happy it's over and Pam is OK. We will keep praying for you guys!
Thanks for all the updates! Just think Pam, you get to watch a ton of cubs games now!! If you guys need anything we're here for ya.
Glad to hear everything went so well!!!!!
Glad to hear everything went well!! Knew you were a fighter Pammy!! :)
Love you!
Sarah, Mike and Bella :)
Go Pam.... One Day At A Time... Thanks for all the updates Ryan !
Wonderful news!! Have a speedy recovery. Love you both.
Shannon & Ryan
Love you Pampers! You are the strongest person I know and I have no doubt you'll be back on your feet/bike/lake in no time.
Yeah Pam!! You are such a strong person and a fighter! We love you!
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