Monday, December 1, 2008

Update: Monday evening

The episode of cluster seizures followed by weakening and affected speech has been diagnosed as Todd's Syndrome.

The contrast tests revealed three tumors in his brain approximately two cm each. The neurosurgeon recommends the Gamma Knife procedure to treat the tumors. This procedure has a 90% success rate and rare side effects. Dad is scheduled to have this performed on Wednesday.

Tomorrow they will do a swallow study to see if he can start to eat and drink. Tonight he is resting comfortably and appreciating your prayers.

2 comments:

Stacy said...

We're praying and asking God to care for Bob and all of his family

Nancy said...

Oh dear! Sorry to hear of this setback.

I have heard wonderful things about the gamma knife though...

Holding all of you in my heart!

Nancy G.