Success!

Jon had his gall bladder surgery today and we are pleased that everything went so well! The surgeon was able to do it laproscopically (sp?) but had to leave a small portion behind that was hiding behind an artery. The surgeon said he must have had a problem with his gall bladder for some time as it was quite enlarged.

We were hesitant about a general anesthetic but the docs were very positive about it and foresaw no problems and we are thankful that they were right. After surgery he was sent to ICU where he could be closely monitored in case something went wrong….especially important since he can't feel anything below the mid-chest line. 

Jon was a changed man in ICU! His eyes were bright again, he appreciated jokes and he wanted to celebrate with a steak dinner from Applebees. We had to explain to him how he would have to be careful of his fat intake for a while and especially the first two weeks after surgery so he was convinced it would be better to wait a while to celebrate. 

He will be in ICU (Intensive Care Unit) overnight and into the day tomorrow. Not too sure how long he will stay in the hospital but it is comforting to see that they are taking extra measures to be sure he is okay. Thanks for all your prayers and concerns.