In Recovery!

So, the gall bladder is still in, but all the stones and sludge are out.

What, they didn't take the gall bladder out?!

I know...that's how we reacted, too, but it's fine.

Dad's surgeon explained that there was too much bleeding for him to remove it safely. The fact that he was able to clean it out was still an accomplishment and Dad will be able to heal without danger of another attack. This is good. There were at least 15 little stones that could have caused a future problem. Sorry stones, you missed your chance!

He is sleeping peacefully right now and we hope to chat with him tomorrow.

Our Goodbye Gall Bladder party has been renamed the Goodbye Gall Stone party. Drinks will be served neat (as opposed to "on the rocks" for you non-drinkers!).

Thank you all for your love and support.