Surgery

Jake made it through surgery like a champ.  Dr. Pluhar was very happy with the surgery and went over the follow up MRI results with us.  While unfortunately he has a higher grade tumor than we hoped, the surgery itself was a success.  Almost all, if not all, of the tumor was removed.  He was then given the gene therapy which should help take care of any that is left.  We will find out in a few days the specific type of high grade tumor he does have.  Some are worse than others.  Hopefully he'll finally have a little luck on his side and have the lower of the high grade tumors.
With the higher grade tumors they have seen the tumors start to return around 6 months out.  This hasn't happened in all cases though. He will have follow up MRIs at 2, 6 and 12 month time frames.  If anyone wants to come to Minnesota let me know.  He has woken up from the anesthesia and as is expected is still tired and drugged up.  We did get to see him during his move from the MRI area to the ICU.  He was sleepy but did make some noises when he saw us.  Ideally he'll have a nice easy night and we'll be visiting the little guy tomorrow during 10 - 12.  Thanks again for all the well wishes.  Will update tomorrow.

Trying to Escape the Waiting Area 

Heading Off with the Anesthesiologist

In the Waiting Area