A long-awaited update on my dad, sorta. After re-running all the tests in Seattle, the doctors there determined that a valve replacement wouldn't likely be the solution to dad's low heart function, as much of the heart has been damaged by radiation treatments, past congestive HF, and resulting pericardectomy. They're looking into medications that can help. On the one hand, we're genuinely relieved that what was described to us as a risky surgery won't have to be done at this point in time. On the other hand, while much of Dad's life activities (biking, especially, which he loves) won't need to be adjusted, the docs are unsure if he'll be able to return to work, as any kind of lifting may be off-limits for him going forward.
More tests to come, and while this could be quite an adjustment for my folks, we're now thankful for all the delays at our local hospital. If there would not have been so many delays and bumps, it's possible he could have already undergone a surgery 1) that had a lot of uncertainty for the docs going in, and 2) would not have helped him all that much.
We've really sensed your prayers and a peace in the midst of one-thing-after-another, so for my family and myself, thank you.
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