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Originally Posted by Lolasmom1211  I also had the scintigraphy done rather than an ultrasound. I was told that the scintigraphy was much more accurate in positively identifying a shunt. Did the surgeon advise putting your baby on anti-seizure meds? Just curious because mine was never put on any. I'm so glad you are having the consult next week - what a lucky baby that you are taking care of this so quickly. You'll be happy you did! Please keep us posted - good luck! |
Lolasmom: Hmmm...I was never offered a scintigraphy but vet made it very clear that with or w/o an ultrasound, she would still need a biopsy, hence the suggestion to skip ultrasound and go right to surgery. I have not met with surgeon yet but it was the internal medicine vet who recommended the anti-seizure medicine to be taken at least one week prior to surgery. At the vet hospital, they have different specialties under one roof but each specialty is a different practice/company. She did speak to the surgeon when I was there waiting about Sophie so perhaps that is what the surgeon told her. Since I do not have the surgery scheduled, have not started her on the anti-seizure meds.