Mums liver operation.

Hi ,

I just noticed your friends request. My mum has had two liver resections and we are very grateful she did . It is a bit frightening but it really gave her so much more . 
Her first was four small wedge resections that she recovered from very quickly . The volume of liver removed does impact post op recovery . The second year she had 73% removed which was a much bigger procedure and took a few months to recover . The second operation was at a centre of excellence for the liver and they kept her in for the best part of two weeks . It took a wee while for the right balance of oral meds . My mum was 69 at the time but some younger patients are but of a fast recovery program and discharged quicker than that . 
In terms of after care the liver regenerates quite quickly and you could see the difference as it did . What an amazing organ ! It has remained clear ever since .

For me the worst part was a few days after surgery as her epidural was removed and it was sore for her to move. She slept a lot .

On the whole I only have gratitude in my heart for her team . She has had many good years .

It is harsh watching people you love having to endure painful procedures . We worry sick about them and artfully pop on our masks to hide our own pain from them . Encouraging them forward .

But it was all worth it . Send your mum a big hug from me and a smooth recovery . 
Ask me anything you like . I think I have accepted your friends request . Technology!!

Take care of yourself too ! 
Court