Scott goes in for his port surgery tomorrow morning at Reston Hospital. On Friday he begins chemo. The chemo will take approximately 6 hours and then he goes home with a time released 48 hour pack. He has to return on Sunday to get the pack removed and the port flushed out I believe.
We are waiting for the regular schedule for his chemo at Georgetown.
Scott was randomized into the group that does FOLFOX for 6 months and Avastin for another 6 months. Even though it means more time in chemo, that was the better group to be in. We were told that the 6month supply of Avastin costs upwards of $100K - the cost is being picked up by the trial.
My dad is coming for a visit tonite from Arizona for the rest of the week, so hopefully Scott will be up for a visitor. The kids are really looking forward to spending time with their "grampa".
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
And so it begins...
Posted by steffy at 12:22 PM
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Scotty, You will beat this! You were born into good, strong stock, even though not the healthiest. lol As your U. Mike said last Sat. as we celebrated his 60th b-day, "every day I wake up is a good day." Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you and your family. Love, A. Patti
You are all in our thoughts! I know we don't comment much, but have been keeping tabs on the situation. Thanks for posting the information Stephanie! I always knew you were a strong woman, but I am inspired at how you are handling it all and how forthcoming you have been! Scott we are thinking of you! Love you all!
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