Carrie's surgery was a little over 11 hours yesterday. She had the surgeon from there in Seattle, as well as a surgeon from Ireland. They placed a ¾” cadaver bone wedge and the titanium heel plate in the foot. Randy guessed there were about 26 screws/nails in the heel. They removed the external metal pins from the foot/ankle as well. The doctors were very optimistic about the work as well as that the foot is rejuvenating blood vessels. There is some concern over lack of cartilage and the on-set of arthritis, but this is something they will deal with at a later date.
They are already using Carrie’s case for educational purposes.
The right foot surgery will take place on Friday. They are expecting it to last about the same amount of time.
Randy’s mom is in Seattle now also, so he is getting a lot of support and assistance.
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Amen! So glad to hear your surgery went well. Eleven hours doesn't seem like much time when you think of all they are doing to get you better. Praise God that there are doctors out there that can do surgeries like yours.
ReplyDeleteIt's been raining like crazy the last day.
Take care and stay positive. Thinking of you lots.
Love you guys -
Lori & Jeff
Randy, Carrie & The rest of the family,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that the surgery went so well! We are so glad that you are recovering so well and so fast! We are praying for you guys each and everyday for your recovery and for your strength. We Love and Miss you guys tremendously and hope to see you guys gain soon.
Lots of Love & Prayer,
Melissa Bowman & the rest of the Family!
We are going to have to start calling you the bionic woman! You are in our thoughts and prayers - Yvonne and Robert Barkley
ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear the latest. Keep up the good work Carrie before you know it you will be home.
ReplyDeleteWe can't wait.
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