He’s very invested right now in his amazing digital circus 😂😂😂. Here is a brief explanation from what was understood via mychart I wont know more info till we see oncology on 3rd and neurology on 7th but this is a breakdown from my chart to chat gpt Here's a simplified explanation of the medical report: 1. Possible Residual Tumor: There’s a small area along the top part of the surgical site at the T3 level that shows signs of enhancement, which may indicate leftover tumor tissue. Previous images of this area weren't clear enough to see this enhancement well, but it seems that the area is slightly larger now. Doctors recommend keeping a close watch on this area with future scans. 2. Post-Surgery Blood Accumulation: There is a buildup of blood or fluid in the area around the spinal cord between the T2 and T6 vertebrae, which is pushing the spinal cord slightly. 3. Small Fluid Buildups: There are small areas of fluid in the neck and lower back regions that are likely related to the recent surgery. 4. No Metastatic Disease: There is no sign of cancer spreading to other parts of the body. Overall, while there are some issues to monitor closely following surgery, there’s no evidence of the cancer spreading elsewhere. Number two is not horrible sounding according to this as I asked about it Dealing with a postoperative hematoma (a collection of blood) or bloody effusion that is displacing the spinal cord typically involves the following steps: 1. Monitoring: The medical team may initially monitor the condition through imaging studies, like MRI or CT scans, to assess the size and effects of the hematoma on the spinal cord. 2. Observation: If the hematoma is small and not causing significant symptoms or complications, doctors might choose to observe it over time to see if it resolves on its own. 3. Medication: Pain management and reducing inflammation might be prescribed, depending on the patient’s symptoms. 4. Surgical Intervention: If the hematoma is large or causing pressure on the spinal cord that could lead to neurological issues (like weakness or numbness), surgical intervention may be necessary. This could involve: - Evacuation: The blood may need to be surgically removed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord. - Decompressive Surgery: In some cases, a procedure to relieve pressure on the spinal cord may be performed. 5. Rehabilitation: Depending on any resultant neurological deficits, physical therapy or other rehabilitation services might be recommended to aid recovery. The chosen approach would depend on the size of the hematoma, the symptoms the patient is experiencing, and the overall clinical judgment of the medical team. #phoenixstrong🕊💙 #spinalcordastrocytoma #mri #cancer #spinalcordtumor💚 #spinalcordtumorawareness - @aprilmomofboys