'OPERATION LIVE' ON MY 5 CATCHUP.

[cat3]

I watched a fascinating programme on Thursday night this week (channel 5) in which surgery to clip an aneurism was broadcast live from the Royal London hospital. It was a 2 hour op. and showed every detail of the procedure from craniotomy right through to cranioplasty. It's not everyone's choice of viewing but I was utterly transfixed by the dedication & patience of the surgeon (we seemed to be watching through his eyes) and the perfect harmony between he and the 6 members of his team.

It was a well crafted programme, introducing us to the lady patient and her family beforehand, and the surgeon did a commentary throughout, so not only did we get to understand the procedure but were constantly reminded of the humanity beneath. It left me pretty emotional...…..but in a good way.

I knew something of cranioplasty and clipping from members here and have seen the procedure on YouTube, but this, being shown in real time and with the personal touch of real people, is a rare event and adds an extra level of interest and concern to the whole 2 hour event.

I felt privileged and SO much more enlightened into the how, where and whys of that particular procedure.

If anyone's interested you can Google 'My 5' ; select search, then type in 'Operation Live'. It's episode 3.

Love to all, Cat x

[Navillus]

It was fascinating wasn’t it and sensitively done - it was virtually the same place as mine

[cat3 in reply to Navillus]

It had special meaning for you then m'dear. Hope you're doing ok... Cat x

[Navillus in reply to cat3]

I’m doing very well and feel I’ve turned a corner of late or perhaps found a better level. Hope you are doing well too cat3.

[cat3 in reply to Navillus]

Migraine this weekend Unfortunately but hoping it'll settle soon....

Glad you've turned that corner Navillus ; keep going in a straight line ! 😑 x

[Kirk5w7]

Hi Eileen, i watched it too, it was fascinating wasnt it. Held my breath at times. Id like to see a follow up now to see any issues she faces. I felt they were a bit blase about her recovery.

Janet

PS message you doon about Jenny

[cat3 in reply to Kirk5w7]

I started with a full blown migraine Thurs & just as it seemed to be settling today it kicked off again this afternoon (in Tesco) ; so nursing my sore head again now but talk to you soon m'love. E x

[cat3 in reply to cat3]

PS Yes, the timer moments were tense ; it was like being there in person with gritted teeth & eyes on stalks ! Talk soon.....xx

[Alibongo60]

Morning cat, I watched it too, maybe not a good idea as tomorrow I go for more coiling in Salford, to hopefully give me extra time.I hope everyone is doing well and I will be back chatting to you later love Alice xx

[cat3 in reply to Alibongo60]

Oh yes ; good luck for tomorrow m'dear. But you won't need luck at such a great hospital. Giving the best of Expertise & care is what Salford Royal does every day. My surgeon will always be my no1 hero ........so engaging and human...…..and brilliant !

Come back as soon as you can Alice. Thinking of you. Cat xx

[DTBI]

Yes I watched, thought it was amazing. Made me laugh though cause after they’d cut through my skull like that they binned it😂x

[cat3 in reply to DTBI]

So you're Mr Titanium Man now David ? x

[DTBI in reply to cat3]

Yes I am, was without either for 3 mths, but I don’t mind having a bullet and bomb proof skull😂

[cat3]

…….good point. 🤔

[rlipscombe]

I tried to watch it as I thought it would be fascinating but J have to admit I turned it off after about 10 minutes. Found it a little bit too close to home for me...

[cat3 in reply to rlipscombe]

It isn't for everyone I know. My late ex husband was a 6'2" butcher who liked a dare, but he once came close to passing out watching a televised heart operation, and if one of the children cut themselves he went all queasy...…..said he couldn't stand the sight of human blood ! 😵

[Navillus in reply to cat3]

My husband watched 3 seconds and said “that’s it I’m off to bed” lol so much for him holding my hand

[cat3 in reply to Navillus]

Ha ha ; it seems men are more squeamish than women ; my partner watched with me but I noticed he shielded his eyes quite often. I can't help but find brain surgery expertise fascinating......and a little bit heroic. So I can detach myself from the unsavoury aspects because the mechanics of problem solving is so interesting and enlightening ! x

[Navillus]

I’m sorry to hear you have migraine they are so debilitating. Knocks you for six for a good few days. Hope you have some support and it starts easing soon xx 😘

[cat3 in reply to Navillus]

Thank you so much. Three days so far ………...and counting ! x

[WinB in reply to cat3]

I used to get migraines way way back, but they left me and since SAH every so often I get zig zag lines in the corner of my eye. Off to bed I go with pain killer and rest up or doze off..awake and they are gone phew. Daughter has migraines and they knock her for 6 so I know how you feel Cat good luck and rest up xxxx. Once with migraine she couldn't get her words out properly so because of me she had a MRI ..All okay but put my mind at ease also xxxx Be Well and rest

[cat3 in reply to WinB]

Thanks so much Win ; ordinary headache today so hoping it'll abate soon. Take care m'dear. xxx

[dizzywench]

I watched it after your recommendation Cat and i was like yourself couldn’t stop watching although it was opposite side and mine was ruptured but fascinating all the same

[cat3 in reply to dizzywench]

Hello again Dizzy ; really good to see you ! Yes mine was a frontal lobe bleed (coiled) so also a very different procedure (nowhere near so invasive). But since my surgeon showed me the scan of my bleed...…. then the scan of it coiled, I swapped my squeamishness for awe !

Hope you're doing ok and the olfactory issues have resolved one way or another. Best wishes......x

[Alibongo60]

Hi cat, my op not gone to plan, I collapsed on the Sunday night, went by ambulance on the Monday morning, to Salford where taken for surgery and a clot is in front of opening so couldn’t put more coils in. Stayed in for three days and going to keep close eye on what’s going on, will be in touch as things develop, thought I’d got off lightly, take care Alice xx

[cat3 in reply to Alibongo60]

Oh Alice, poor you. I'm not clear on who's keeping a close eye on things ; Salford Royal I hope...……….

Please take care and don't do anything to put yourself at risk. I'll be thinking of you m'dear and waiting to hear from you when you're ready.

Love and big hugs, from Cat xxx

[Hidden]

I saw most of that show too Cat. Really interesting.

[cat3]

Wasn't it though ; I was riveted !

Message me if/when-ever you have any updates or just want to chat John.

Cat x