Update on Intussusception

twins4meplus1
on 10/22/12 11:30 am - St Thomas, Canada

An intussusception is a medical condition in which a part of the intestine has invaginated into another section of intestine, similar to the way in which the parts of a collapsible telescope slide into one another.^[1] This can often result in an obstruction. The part that prolapses into the other is called the intussusceptum, and the part that receives it is called the intussuscipiens.

So I had a follow up with the surgeon last week Monday and got more information on the CT results from my Emerg visit a couple of weeks ago. It is actually the connection from the blind or remnant stomach to the small intestine that is the problem. This limb is distended and will probably need to be cut and reattached. My surgeon wanted to consult with the Radiologist again first before we make the decision on what to do next and when. The intussusception was not visible on the CT I had in June but clearly visible this time. Fixing this issue for me will involve a full open surgery. Not something I look forward to after self paying for my Fleur de Lis tummy tuck.

Linda

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zillah
on 10/22/12 11:39 am

What a shame sorry to hear this.

sam1am
on 10/22/12 12:12 pm

VSG on 09/08/09

I'm very sorry to hear this Linda! Hopefully you will get through this and back to yourself as soon as possible. Please update us when you hear more!

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OKNEE FE + 3
on 10/22/12 12:26 pm

VSG on 09/17/09

I hear you, and am counting my beads, it's easier to worry for someone else and distracts you from your own woes. I am so sorry to hear this news Linda

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Monica M.
on 10/22/12 12:50 pm - Penetanguishene, Canada

RNY on 03/02/11

hugs, Linda. I hope you get this fixed sooner rather than later.

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on 10/22/12 8:10 pm - Straford, Canada

Not great news but here's hoping you have quick unevetful surgery and speedy recovery!

birdiegirl
on 10/22/12 8:27 pm

RNY on 04/01/09

Hi Linda

This is such a worry for you.....I hope they make a decision soon.....so you know whats to come....

thinking of you

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on 10/22/12 9:07 pm - Canada

RNY on 11/07/12

I hope everything works out for you, Linda. Good luck.

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twins4meplus1
on 10/22/12 11:12 pm - St Thomas, Canada

RNY on 08/22/07

Thanks for your well wishes everyone. I just feel like I'm walking around waiting for the other shoe to drop right now. Every twinge or pain has me on edge. Just want a decision to be made soon.

Linda

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Karen M.
on 10/22/12 11:25 pm - Mississauga, Canada

RNY on 03/21/06

The waiting is awful, isn't it. I felt the same way waiting for my gall bladder surgery date. I lived in fear for months. Here's hoping they figure this out for you SOON. XO

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