We just got in from the hospital. Dad is still in recovery. At 73, he is having a slow time coming around but is improving steadily, albet, slowly. He's still on the ventilator and if his progress continues, they will move him to a room later. If it does not improve suffieciently over the next hour, they will move him to ICU.
He had to have part of his small intestine removed. It was slightly perforated and the condition is known as Chrone's disease. It was a bit of a surprise to the surgeon but he feels all will be well. They had to slice him from just above the groin to the belly button once the scope revealed the real problem. He was heavily medicated but opened his eyes to acknowlege the family. Could be a week before he is released. My prayers have been answered and everyone's prayers have surely helped. I'll let you know as things go by. A thank you from the bottom of my heart goes out to all of my DRN brothers and sisters.
Brian