Marci Posted September 23, 2009 Posted September 23, 2009 Hi All, Sorry I haven't been on lately so much going on... My Nan's operation was today on her lung they did less invasive I think its called VATS to take the cancer out they also removed some lymph nodes for testing but think they look clear for now. They did a wedge operation so I am kind of confused I thought a wedge was taking out the lobe but I guess not unless one of you know more? So things seem better than we expected so far but testing needs to be done still on the lymphs. I hope you all are doing well -miss you all when I am not on. Marci Quote
jstdzy Posted September 23, 2009 Posted September 23, 2009 Hi Marci, You have 3 lobes that make up your right lung and 2 lobes that make up your left lung. A lobectomey is when the remove one of your lobes. A wedge is when they just remove a wedge shaped section of a lobe. That's wonderful that they did VATS that is so much easier on person. I'm glad they are taking good care of Nan. Dana Quote
RandyW Posted September 23, 2009 Posted September 23, 2009 Sayin a prayer for a fast and speedy recovery Marci!!! Sounds great so far!!! Quote
fillise Posted September 23, 2009 Posted September 23, 2009 Marci--it sounds like your Nan's operation has the potential for a very good outcome. I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for a speedy recovery. Susan Quote
Marci Posted September 24, 2009 Author Posted September 24, 2009 Thanks Guys hoping and praying for great outcomes for all on here as well!!! Quote
jaminkw Posted September 24, 2009 Posted September 24, 2009 Marci, so glad your Nan's operation went well and that they were able to go the less invasive route. Here's hoping the news stays good with the lymph nodes. It all sounds very positive so far. Judy in Key West Quote
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