This is being forwarded from friends of Phil Cline:Here is an update on my medical condition.
I am currently at Central DuPage Hospital where I underwent a series of tests and procedures Friday they found a tumor on my pancreas during a ct scan.
Saturday they performed a Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography which allowed them to put a stent in a blocked duct that was causing bile to spread into my bloodstream.
Sunday they performed a transhepatic cholangiogram
The test is performed in a radiology department by a radiologist.X-rays are used to help the health care provider locate your liver and bile ducts. A long, thin, flexible needle is then inserted through the skin into the liver. The health care provider injects dye, called contrast medium, into the bile ducts. Contrast helps highlight certain areas they can be seen better. More x-rays are taken as the dye flows through the bile ducts into the small intestine.
Sunday they performed a second Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography and placed a stent to unblock the pancreatic duct.
Monday I’m scheduled to be transferred to Loyola to address the tumor on the pancreas.
My family and I are overwhelmed with the outpouring of your calls, e-mails, good thoughts and prayers. With the medical skills of all the doctors, nurses and technicians we are going to fight this the best we can. Let’s hope God still has plans for me. God bless you and thank you for your friendship.
Thanks
Phil
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Detective SLC:
My prayers are with Phil... and his family... God bless!!!
