Well, the doctor decided to re-admit her because she's been so sick today. He perceived a "mass" around the surgical site, which could have a number causes--the worst of which would be a leak in the bowel resection. But, we do not think that is what's going on. It's too late for a leak; they usually occur in the first three days after surgery, if at all. It's been over two weeks.
So, what if it is a leak? Although that would be a real let-down, because it would involve a surgical remedy, it would still be a relatively easy fix. So says Dr. Cho.
A more likely scenario is that she has an abscess at the site, which they can drain and then send her home. Even better than that is the just-as-possible scenario of it being a hematoma, which will resolve on its own through the amazing powers of the human body's capacities for self-healing.
Jen is presently getting a CT scan. We'll keep you posted.
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