Surgery is scheduled!!!

Discussion in 'Pregnancy Help' started by Mommy2PJ, Nov 20, 2006.

  1. Mommy2PJ

    Mommy2PJ Well-Known Member

    Well, after waiting all weekend to find out what Dr. Quintero's office would say, they initially said I don't qualify for the surgery because one baby had 13cm but the other didn't have less than 2 yet (it was still around 2.7) So I went for another sonogram with the MFM today and the fluid levels had actually balanced out some... one baby had 9cm and the other over 4!! So that was great news!

    But, the baby with a small amount of fluid is less than 10th percentile for his gestation, so he definitely has IUGR. That, as it happens, qualifies me for the same laser surgery with Dr. Quintero, as it is in many ways essentially the same problem!

    Because the baby has more fluid now, Dr. Quintero said that buys us a little more time. So we are headed to Tampa, FL on Sunday, for pre-op on Monday and surgery Tuesday.

    Please say some prayers that all will go well. I understand this is about just as seroius of a problem... be it TTTS or IUGR or both, whatever they decide it is, it is still pretty serious and we're not looking at a perfect outcome most likely.

    Will definitely keep you posted as I find out more!
     
  2. Mommy2PJ

    Mommy2PJ Well-Known Member

    Well, after waiting all weekend to find out what Dr. Quintero's office would say, they initially said I don't qualify for the surgery because one baby had 13cm but the other didn't have less than 2 yet (it was still around 2.7) So I went for another sonogram with the MFM today and the fluid levels had actually balanced out some... one baby had 9cm and the other over 4!! So that was great news!

    But, the baby with a small amount of fluid is less than 10th percentile for his gestation, so he definitely has IUGR. That, as it happens, qualifies me for the same laser surgery with Dr. Quintero, as it is in many ways essentially the same problem!

    Because the baby has more fluid now, Dr. Quintero said that buys us a little more time. So we are headed to Tampa, FL on Sunday, for pre-op on Monday and surgery Tuesday.

    Please say some prayers that all will go well. I understand this is about just as seroius of a problem... be it TTTS or IUGR or both, whatever they decide it is, it is still pretty serious and we're not looking at a perfect outcome most likely.

    Will definitely keep you posted as I find out more!
     
  3. Heathermomof5

    Heathermomof5 Well-Known Member

    Thankyou for posting - I have been thinking of you and your babies - I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers! [​IMG]
     
  4. runnergirl

    runnergirl Well-Known Member

    Just wanted to offer my support that all goes well next week! Let us know what happens. Hope you can relax and enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday!
     
  5. Overachiever

    Overachiever Well-Known Member

    I'm so glad you qualified; you are really doing everything you can; the rest is out of your hands. Here's hugs and prayers:
    [​IMG] [​IMG]
    Send an update when you can!
     
  6. twomore

    twomore Well-Known Member

    I hope with all my heart that all will go well. I will keep you and your babies in my thoughts and prayers. Best wishes, and please let us know how it went,as soon as you are able.
     
  7. cbrown39

    cbrown39 Well-Known Member

    I will keep you and your babies in my thoughts and prayers. Best wishes, and please let us know how it went. Take care of yourself.
     
  8. Raneysmama

    Raneysmama Well-Known Member

    I will be praying for you and your babies, and I hope the surgery will be successful for BOTH babies!! That's great that the fluid levels got a little better! Thinking of you. [​IMG]
     
  9. Michelle B

    Michelle B Well-Known Member

    I am so glad that you did qualify for the procedure! I am sure this week will feel longer than ever having to wait! But just like a pp said, try to relax and enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday. You are giving your babies the best care possible, that should give you comfort!
     
  10. Cassie05

    Cassie05 Well-Known Member

    Sending more prayer to your family!
     
  11. luv_my_kidz

    luv_my_kidz Well-Known Member

    You and your babies are in my thoughts and prayers!! Update when you can. [​IMG]
     
  12. mycatswillhatethis

    mycatswillhatethis New Member

    Your twins are in my prayers.
     
  13. Eimear

    Eimear Well-Known Member

    Good Luck, Will be thinking about you all!!
     
  14. ReallyTiredMom

    ReallyTiredMom Well-Known Member

    Stay positive - there are millions of prayers coming your way! Please keep us posted -
     
  15. Fay

    Fay Well-Known Member

    It sounds like you are getting great care and I'm so glad about that! Good luck with the surgery next week and know you're in our thoughts and prayers [​IMG]
     
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