Lucygoo - Pit. macroadenoma, endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery, trans-oral approach

Gina,

If I were in your shoes, I would be making the same decision you have. You and Lucy are in my thoughts and prayers.

Carol, Winnie (always), McGill & Atty Cat

Gina,

You are definitely doing the right thing for Lucy. You are both in my thoughts and prayers. I honestly, totally believe Lucy is going to make it through the surgery just fine, then handle the post-op and move on to a complete recovery. That's what I believe is going to happen.

Wednesday is going to be a tough one for you. You might want to plan to do something, a long hike, bike ride, whatever you enjoy to help pass a little of the time. But, when you get the call that Lucy is awake and made it through the surgery just fine....total elation.

We are all pulling for Lucy more than 110%, lots of prayers and positive thoughts are headed your way.

Ken

Gina,

Just wanted you to know that I'm here and thinking of you and Lucy also. Yes, the surgery, the risks and those pesky required consent forms are scary and I'd definitely be nervous too. On a positive note this is a wonderful, life-saving opportunity for Lucy and I would be making the same choice you have made if it was my Munchie.

Maybe you'll feel like logging on and "talking" on Wednesday to pass the time?? We're here for hand holding!

Thinking positive thoughts for Lucy and keeping you both in my prayers.

Louise

Hi Gina,
Keeping positive thoughts and prayers for both you and Lucy. All fingers and 16 paws crossed.

Get Lucy's recovery bed and comfy spot ready, make sure it's comfy for you too.

John (Roxee's Dad)

Thank you all so very, very much. I can't tell you how much it helps.

The good news about this surgery is that after this trial, if successful, they're going to offer it as a service, at least here in Los Angeles. (I can't even imagine though what it would cost.)
Dr. Bruyette was also saying that when they did their study in the Netherlands, the dogs that didn't make it post-op didn't have good control of their cushings, and had multiple other problems. Lucy's always had good control with the trilostane (thank God). I just worry about the size of her tumor...I saw the MRI:eek:

Take care everyone....and I'm sure I'll be on here pestering you all nonstop today and tomorrow:)

Hi Gina,

Just wanted to let you know that you and Lucy are in my thoughts today and I'll be saying special prayers for you both tonight.

Like Louise said in her post, if you feel like logging in and "talking" tom. I'll for sure be here too.

Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way.

Dear Gina,

I, too, will be counting the hours tomorrow until we know that Lucy is safe. If it helps at all, I would have made exactly the same decision as you have made. You are giving Lucy her best possible chance for recovery and a normal life. Given the size of her tumor, both of those things would otherwise soon be lost to her.

I know you will physically hold her close today, and no matter what happens, you will be holding her in your heart tomorrow. And we will be here to hold you both in our thoughts and prayers.

Many (((hugs))),
Marianne

Sending you and Lucy hugs tonight and thinking positive thoughts for you, too.

And you can post here as much as you want -- it's not pestering at all. :)

(((hugs)))

Gina,
It's not pestering if it's invited.:D
I have you and Lucy in my thoughts and prayers. Good luck.
Jenny

Gina,

Just remember you are doing the best, not only for Lucy and yourself, but for all the dogs that she is going to help in the future.

Many hugs for Lucy & you.

Keeping the healing thoughts and prayers flowing.

~ Mary Ann