Well, Gary and I are no slouches when it comes to reading an x-ray and what that x-ray implies ...
The doctor picked up the very one I took a picture of and posted here and said that Gary needed surgery. Big surprise. He was, although, much better at reading the x-ray - stating right off the bat that his collar bone was broken in 2 places with 4 chips floating about. I couldn't see all that. They will cut into Gary tomorrow afternoon (he will be under general anesthesia) and put a plate across the three pieces of collar bone and get them lined up.
They will then cut open his wrist (don't tell Gary about this part - it gives him the chills) and steal bone for some bone grafts. Apparently the bone graft site hurts worse than the incision for the collar bone fix.
So - fun, fun, fun in store for tomorrow. He will stay overnight - and then I am sure I can bring my grumpy fellow home.
Cross your fingers, say a prayer, here goes nothing ...
3 comments:
It is good that you have competent care, but so tough to have to go through it. Our prayers are with you two.
I'm so sorry about all that is happening - we all found out on our family trip in Ohio. So I am now just getting around to reading blogs. I hope things keep getting better from here on out. We will pray for you!
I will put his name on the temple prayer roll. have him ask for a priesthood blessing! We'll keep all of you in our prayers. How did the move go with Ryan?
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