Well, I went to my Orthopaedic surgeon today Dr Hardy at Waikato Hospital (above photo) and he announced I will have this tumor removed in Auckland! I am being referred to a Specialist in Auckland. This will take place the week beginning 24th April – well, am due for an MRI on the 24th, so it will be a day or two after this date. They will be removing the tumor, replacing the wrist bone (may cut my fibula up for it) but, if the bone down towards the fingers is no good, they may amputate my hand – probably wont decide this until they cut it open and have a look I imagine, so no doubt I will be advised on this…….. mmmm interesting. Then, if all things go according to plan, replace the bone, then fuse the wrist with some steel.
I have a feeling I will be in Manukau Super Clinic hospital for a week – I would say two at the most