Posted 3/3/2014 2:20 AM (GMT 0)
Mechelle-
My last one was done open, but with the incision from my sternum to my belly button. I have had a thoracotomy when my esophagus tore and much prefer the belly incision. Is your surgeon a thoracic surgeon? They usually like to go through the side is they have do it open.
As strange as it sounds, my easiest recovery was with my open surgery. Though it was 6 months after my surgery for the torn esophagus, so maybe that had something to do with it.
I hope they figure something out soon for you.
Take care,
Bill