The call came this afternoon with the schedule for tomorrow. Surgery will be at nine and should last about three hours. After an hour or so in recovery, he will be admitted.
It will be "laproscopic" surgery. Instead of a single, large incision, there will be four or five small ones. The surgeon will use robotic arms and a camera which he operates remotely while another surgeon assists. This procedure is supposed to have a much shorter and easier recovery period.
The results of the fundoplication surgery can be quite variable in terms of effectiveness and complications. Obviously, we want Toby to have the most positive outcomes and are praying to that end. Thanks to all of you for your continued concern and prayers for us. You give us strength and encouragement.
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