Introduction

Late February of 2012 Mark was diagnosed with stage 4 Metastatic Melanoma Cancer. This is written for our family and friends who have so caringly expressed a desire to know of the current situation. We so appreciate the love and support that has been shown to us and we lovingly empathize with and pray for many of you that have had or are currently going through trials of your own. In love, hope and faith, Mark and Ane

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Healing a Broken Heart - by Ane

Today Mark had an appointment with Dr. Zemsky, an electro physiologist, who specializes in electrical heart function.  After reviewing all of Mark’s past ECG’s he told us that Mark has been in A-Flutter, not A-Fib.  The medications have slowed the rate down, and although it’s not completely regular, it is different from A-Fib. 

The good news is that there is a procedure that can potentially cure the problem.  Catheter Ablation has a success rate of better than 90% and is a low-risk procedure.  If it works no further heart medications will be required.  YEA! A blood thinner may be required for about a month afterwards.  For that reason our oncologist has requested that Mark have more tests done before we proceed. He doesn't want any bleeding tumors - neither do we!  Next Tuesday, September 4th, Mark will have a PET scan and a brain MRI so we’ll know what is happening with the other tumors that were previously detected.  If all looks good the oncologist will give the okay to move forward with the procedure.  This is very hopeful news! 
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  1. Kris WestoverAugust 29, 2012 at 9:55 PM

    Good news! Our daughter-in-law had an ablation by the elctro-physiologist a couple of years ago. It was lovely and one of the miracles of modern medicine. We hope and pray that Mark's will be as well. Good luck on the 4th -- you are still in our prayers.

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