Page 1 of 1

Do you know where your stents are?

Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2010 6:06 pm
by alby
I have one stent in my azygos, two ballooning, and looking at the x-rays of the procedure I couldn't see where the stent is, T1? T2? or where ever. i am not an expert and the location is not idenified, at least not that i can see. Does anyone know where their stent(s) are without guessing?

(i thought i had two stents, but it's one)

Re: Do you know where your stents are?

Posted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 12:23 am
by ErikaSlovakia
alby wrote:I have two stents in my azygot, and looking at the x-rays of the procedure I couldn't see them and don't know where they are. Does anyone know where their stent(s) are without guessing?
Hi Alby!
I can see it very clearly on the CD from my procedure. My stent is in my left jugular - lower part. They also gave me some printed pictures and I can see the stent there.
Erika

Posted: Fri Feb 26, 2010 4:27 pm
by Rose2
Hi! Yes, I know exactly where they are, what they are, size, diameter, etc. and I know this because I have a copy of the surgical report and post -op letter Dr. Dake wrote.
I keep a copy in my purse at all times. and I have extra copies to give all my MDs and anyone who is interested.
Having a copy ready for my other physicians to read and put in my file had been very impressive. There have been more than a few "WOW"s!!
So, I suggest you request copies of the letters for yourself and it is important information to have in your chart for other doctors and dentist.
I great ice breaker at parties, also!!
Sincerely, Rose ;))

Posted: Fri Feb 26, 2010 6:13 pm
by alby
thanks Rose, i think all those who've done their procedure in poland should be concerned about it too. i've written an email to dr. Ludyga a few days ago and haven't heard back yet. let's see if he responds.