Phil posted an update directly to Facebook earlier, but we wanted to give a few more details and make sure our nonFB-ers were in on the news.
The stent procedure this morning was unsuccessful. Prior to starting, the GI doc told us the second attempt is generally successful about 80% of the time. We were encouraged. But when the phone rang with the word to meet him in consultation way too fast, we knew he probably had to stop. Dr. Saleh explained the issue – the encasing tumor has forced the duct to close up as if cinched with “purse strings” (his words). The next step is to put in a temporary external drain using an Interventional Radiology team. This procedure will be performed under general anesthesia (praise the Lord) although it is typically done with sedation. Given the circumstances of Maggie’s case, this is being done due to the likelihood of major discomfort. (Mom and Dad say bring on the anesthesia!) We’re expecting an early start – the schedule says 7:30 am – if nothing changes. We’ll allow her to recover and, based on how she feels, she’ll remain in the hospital or sleep at the hotel. We won’t leave town until her liver counts show a clear pattern of declining. We HOPE to leave for home sometime Thursday. That is the prayer – obviously we won’t be rushing out of here too quickly.
The second matter of prayer – and please don’t think we’re crazy – is Saturday. Maggie wants to rappel in Jackson as part of Over the Edge with Friends Batson fundraiser. She is slated to do this at 8:00 am Saturday. If her doctors here agree and if she feels up to it (two big hurdles), then we may allow it. This is important to her, so we’ve promised to do all we can to help. She’ll need extra strength and the crossing of several bridges to get there. But, I wouldn’t bet against her.
Third matter – the drain is a temporary fix. Most likely, we’ll return early next week for a longer term fix to the bile duct issue. A stent of some type through some means needs to be placed. We’re allowing her team to explore options and present them to us.
Fourth matter – beyond stent placement, there is THE issue to be addressed – the collapsed bile duct and the presence of that tumor. We need it to shrink and loosen its grip on the duct. Surgery is not a likely option. It would be majorly extensive and would probably leave her more compromised than she is at the present. Other options to be explored include radiation and chemotherapy. Dr. Saleh will be speaking to Dr. Raghav at MD Anderson to bring him up to speed on the situation and seek his input. We are thankful for that – the more those great minds work together, the better the answers we’ll get.
That is pretty much laying out all we know at this point. We want you all informed for more specific praying. Tomorrow we’ll follow today’s pattern – Phil will place an early FB update and I’ll follow with more detail when able.
Thank you for allowing us to bombard you with information and concerns. We value the strength found when the Body works and prays together. Thank you for being a part. Goodnight.
Thank you for taking the time to update during a trying time. My family is praying for all of these issues, along with prayers for an extra measure of strength and peace for each of you.
Praying, hoping, believing- He Is Able! Much love and prayer. May you all have peaceful rest tonight.❤️?❤️?
Ughhh!!! So sorry about this! I will be praying for the procedure to work, for a quick recovery, and for a successful new plan! Praying for all of you and the doctors and especially for Maggie! Love y’all!
Prayers going up for all 4 matters, and then some. ????????
Thank you for the specific update. I will be praying for all of you. Hugs!
Praying for Maggie right now. Oh Lord we thank you for the blessing to intercede on behalf of the Hanberry family.
Praying specifically!
Thanks for keeping us informed so we can pray for Maggie’s needs specifically. Lifting you all up in prayer.
We will be covering you all in prayer.
20 Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us,
21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen. – Ephesians 3:20-21
Praying
I can only imagine how frustrating some of this is for y’all. But, God is in control, and I’m praying he’ll be with y’all and give peace and understanding and also give Maggie’s medical team the knowledge they need for this procedure to work……covering y’all and them with mighty big prayers!! ❤️??❤️??
We continue in our petitions to the Father on Maggie’s behalf; so many issues and decisions to be made! Asking God for the wisdom needed by everyone involved so that Maggie gets exactly what is needed!
Also asking God to heal Maggie sufficiently to allow her to repel on Saturday, knowing how much helping others gives her something positive to focus on while she deals with her own issues! Help, Father! “We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you.” 2 Chrinicles 20:12b.
Maggie is truly amazing! We continue to pray believing God will continue to work on her behalf. Love and prayers.
Praying with you on each of these…your clarity in explanation is just what Maggie’s fan club needs and wants!
Praying that the doctors will have wisdom to do what is best for Maggie and praying for strength and comfort for all of you.
Ephesians 3:20
Please know that I am praying for ALL of the above-mentioned requests. Our God is more than able and I pray you will feel his strong arms of comfort around your family through this most recent ordeal. Your faith in Him is a testimony unmatched!
“The Lord will give perfect peace to those whose mind is stayed on Him.” Isaiah 26:3
We’re Praying for Maggie, and the entire family!
Praying through the details!
Praying for Healing and Comfort in this process, God’s Guidance over the Physicians as they work in Every Area of Healing…. Praying for Strength in Health and Spirit, Praying Comfort in the Face of Adversity, Praying Peace when the Answer isn’t Available at this Moment in Time, Praying That Maggie and the Hanberry Feels the Love in the Prayers so Many Pray… God we Pray in Jesus Blessed Name, that You Heal this Child of Yours and All the Glory be Yours….
Praying!
Praying that God makes clear the direction for treatment and that Maggie is able to participate!!!