JimD 3,345 #1 Posted October 17, 2017 On Wednesday Oct. 18th I will have a consultation with a liver radiologist about having a shunt procedure done to alleviate the fluid collecting in my abdomen. As many of you know I've been having very painful weekly para centesis procedures to drain this fluid from my abdomen. This T.I.P. shunt procedure will greatly reduce or maybe even eliminate the need for the Para procedures. There are some risks involved however including forgetfulness, serious arterial bleeding, liver laceration, unintended organ punctures of the kidney, colon, small intestine and gall bladder, and possible liver failure. My liver Doctor has assured me that he believes I am an excellent candidate for this procedure based on my current liver function he says is actually pretty good, and my overall health. So after weighing the risks and benefits I've decided it's time to roll the dice and hope this can help me a lot. I have confidence in the Doctors and Nurses of the Cleveland Clinic and trust in their experience and ability. After the procedure I will stay in the hospital for one or two days for evaluation of the procedure. After the consult they will likely schedule the procedure as soon as possible. So wish me luck family and friends. I look forward to seeing you all on the flip side. Thanks, Jim 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 24,160 #2 Posted October 17, 2017 Godspeed... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jay bee 817 #3 Posted October 17, 2017 I wish you the best of luck. My prayers will be with you. You will be in good hands at the Cleveland Clinic, but I am sure you already know that. Jim 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACman 7,510 #4 Posted October 17, 2017 God bless and you are in good hands with the docs at the Cleveland Clinic . 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
R. L. Addison 299 #5 Posted October 17, 2017 I'll pray for your strength & Dr.'s skills & wisdom. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cvans 1,009 #6 Posted October 17, 2017 Best of luck to you! Hopefully you'll be up and about in no time. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ClassicTractorProfessor 5,262 #7 Posted October 17, 2017 Best of luck to you Jim. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dcrage 621 #8 Posted October 17, 2017 God luck Jim. You are obviously at the right place for this type of procedure. A person has to be very thankful for having access to great hospitals like you have in Cleveland or I have here in St. Louis. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 9,975 #9 Posted October 17, 2017 Wishing you all the best, Jim. Good luck! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,741 #10 Posted October 17, 2017 @JimD The Cleveland Clinic is one of the BEST internal medicine hospitals in the country with some of the best surgeons. You will be in our thoughts and prayers! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,563 #11 Posted October 17, 2017 Wishing you a fast smooth recovery Jim!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #12 Posted October 17, 2017 No sweat for a tough old bird like you Jim. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #13 Posted October 17, 2017 Good luck Jim. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 26,572 #14 Posted October 17, 2017 I hope your procedure goes well. I will keep you in my prayers. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,907 #15 Posted October 17, 2017 I hope all goes well for you Jim. I still bring an extra chair to the big Wheel Horse show each year in hopes that you make the trip. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeacemakerJack 10,671 #16 Posted October 17, 2017 I'll be praying that all goes well and you will gain the desired relief from the current painful circumstances. God bless you with an uneventful procedure and a speedy recovery! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 7,121 #17 Posted October 17, 2017 Best to you and hope for a speedy recovery! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,292 #18 Posted October 17, 2017 You are in our prayers Jim. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,737 #19 Posted October 17, 2017 Dear Lord, Jim DeLong has a medical condition that needs your divine intercession. Please guide the surgeon's hands to be steady and effective to do the task at hand, and not create any further damage We pray against any infection or complications. Calm the heart of his family. Give Jim your peace so his body can heal under the best conditions. In the name of Jesus, bless Jim to be healthier after this procedure than before. Lord allow this temporary trial to bring this family closer to you and each other. When he is coming out of surgery, let the side effects be minimal. Work a miracle in this whole situation and bless it from beginning to end. Thank you Lord for your blessing on this family. We praise you as we know we are in good hands- the very hands of God. In Jesus name, we thank you for each day. Amen. 12 2 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Mo-(Moderator) 4,345 #20 Posted October 17, 2017 Good luck, and may God speed. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,011 #21 Posted October 17, 2017 Good luck, Jim! You'll be in my prayers. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jerry77 1,218 #22 Posted October 17, 2017 Cleveland is the best ...prayers for you and your family.. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,126 #23 Posted October 17, 2017 Hoping all goes well and Wishing you a Speedy recovery . 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hondagod64 81 #24 Posted October 17, 2017 Good Luck Jim 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JC 1965 1,528 #25 Posted October 17, 2017 Prayers just sent your way Jim. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites