Our other exciting news is that we have Nash's first surgery scheduled! It will be August 7, 2012, in West Palm Beach, FL. Dr. Paley will be performing the Super Hip surgery. The surgery will be sponsored by the Paley Limb Lenthening Institute as a tutorial, or a teaching surgery. There will be 10 other surgeons in the adjoining OR observing Dr. Paley perform and narrate the surgery. They chose Nash because his is a "basic" Super hip surgery, so its not as complicated as some are. We are excited about it because that means the surgery will be documented so if we want to watch it someday, we can. I'm not sure I could watch it, but if Nash wants to someday, it will be there for him! It will also be used to teach other orthopedic surgeons how to perform the Super Hip Surgery. Very Cool!
FAQ's
Does the new baby have PFFD?
NO. We found out about Nash's leg at our 20 week ultrasound and there were no signs of it with her. We knew there was a very, very slim chance because it is so rare and non-hereditary, so we weren't really surprised. She is growing great and we are ready to meet her any time!
How long will you be in Florida for this surgery?
Two weeks.
What surgery is this?
The first surgery is the Super Hip surgery. It's the first of many in this process. Dr. Paley will reconsruct his hip and top of the femur to stabilize it for future leg lengthenings. It is an 8-10 hour surgery. Nash will be in the hospital for 3-4 days and the rest of the time we will stay nearby. He will have a spica cast that will eventually be removable for bathtime.
How long will he have a cast on?
Six weeks after we get home. Hopefully we won't have to go back to Florida to get the cast removed but we will find that out later.
Does "sponsored" mean the surgery is being paid for?
WE WISH!! But no, It just means that it will be documented for future teaching purposes. We still feel lucky to be a part of educating other doctors and surgeons.
When is the next surgery?
If all goes well and everything heals correctly, we will go back in a year for our first lengthening! (That's the one where we will be there for 4 months)
