Team Studzinski was back at Karmanos at 5:45 a.m. for Peggy's gamma knife radiosurgery. In layman's terms, this procedure is a single dose of radiation focused on the tumor bed to destroy any remaining cancer cells invisible to the MRI. It is incredibly precise (within 0.1mm) and can be delivered in a single dose - both major advantages vs. traditional 'whole brain' radiation.
As you can imagine, gamma knife is highly complex and requires a team effort - in fact, the largest we've experienced thus far at one time - neurosurgeon, radiology oncologist, physicist (yes, physicist), and of course the fabulous cadre of nurses and support staff. (Learn more about gamma knife - http://bit.ly/nvk52K)
While it was a long day -- fortunately, everything went smoothly and we were home before 3pm! Peggy immediately went for a nap...Keith and Melissa have taken turns dozing off.
Completion of this procedure marks transition from treatment of brain tumor to ongoing monitoring (quarterly MRIs), a step in the right direction.
Next step: Back to Karmanos bright and early Thursday morning for biopsy of right lung.
Girlfriend, you know who!! Just checking in on the ass kicking The Melenoma took today! Nice to see your back home and sounds like even though a long day, it was another successful step forward! Keep the "troops" strong because you being the "General" need to continue the battle with all the troops! Continue prayers and of course an F-bomb her and there for effect! Love you all, your Girlfriend and your Partner!!
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