Renalcide: Doug's term for renal artery embolization

So, Janice is post procedure and doing okay. They've upped her pain medication and she is more comfortable. Her kidney will soon be a thing of the past. This will enable the surgeon to operate more safely. Unfortunately, the surgery will not be until Monday, unless another patient's surgery is cancelled for one reason or another. There is no danger for her to wait that long, but it is somewhat frustrating. But with the extent of the tumor she cannot be squeezed into the schedule, the surgeon wants to make sure he has all the time he needs.

They've done some more tests and all the results aren't in, but there remains the possibility of some significant metastasis, we really won't know until the tumor is out and the biopsies are done.

More waiting. . .

I've gotten messages and generous offers from friends and relatives (Erik's in -laws) here in NY offering help and places to stay. It is heartwarming to know the level of everyone's concern and love.

So, the next few days will be about keeping Janice walking and doing breathing exercises so that her surgical experience will be optimal.

Love and light to you all and thank you.