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Update from Specialist

DH and I went to see another specialist this morning and they gave us a 10-15% survival chance for Baby A. They are very worried that if Baby A doesn't make it then Baby B will also be lost or suffer brain damage. As such we are going to be doing a Laser Photocoagulation surgery on Monday to separate them on a vascular as you would for TTTS. This allows A to keep fighting and protects B in case A should not make it. We feel much better today than yesterday seeing the new specialist. They are among a handful of surgeons in the country who do these procedures and we feel like we are in the best possible hands. Really hoping that A keeps fighting and growing. 
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  • T and Ps for you and your family - I hope A keeps fighting and am glad you have a plan in place with a specialist you feel comfortable with.
  • Big hugs, mama. I hope the surgery is a success. You and your babies will be in my thoughts.
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  • I am so sorry to hear this, MandyD! But I am sure it is such a relief to know you guys are in good hands. Sending lots and lots of positive thoughts your way
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  • Keeping you, your family, and of course the babies in my thoughts and prayers. Prays for the surgeon as well. Hope all goes well!


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  • Praying for you and your babies! My heart feels for you. I had fetal surgery at 18 weeks and am now 30 weeks with two healthy babies still growing. I pray the same for you! What specialist are you seeing? I had surgery with Dr. Chmait out of Hollywood Presbyterian.
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  • I can't imagine what you are going through, but praying for each of your babies to pull through! 

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  • T and Ps for you and your family - I hope A keeps fighting and am glad you have a plan in place with a specialist you feel comfortable with.

    Exactly this! Best wishes.
  • I hope the surgery goes well on Monday--you will be in my thoughts and prayers!
  • I'm so sorry.  Prayers that the surgery is a success and baby A fights hard to beat the odds.  Do you mind if I ask how they calculated the survival rate?  Is it because of the placental share?
  • Prayers and thoughts for your babies and your family. Thankful you have top notch care!

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  • T&P'S to you and your family!
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  • matthew24matthew24 member
    edited August 2013
    Thoughts and prayers for you and your family during this tough time.
  • You are in my thoughts and prayers. Good luck on the surgery. My MFM told me they are have had great success with it. Just try your best to stay positive.
  • Lots of thoughts and prayers your way. I'm so glad you have a good plan in place and you and your babies are in good hands.
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