DEAR DR. GOTT:
In 2007, at the age of 90 my husband was diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm. His vascular surgeon said it was so large that no stent would be available in our town at the local hospital. He made arrangements for the surgery at a nearby teaching hospital where two surgeons performed the miraculous repair with two customized stents.
My husband is now 91 years old and a productive senior citizen who attends luncheon clubs, lodge meetings and is able to enjoy his family. We have been married 68 years and hope to have many more wonderful years ahead.
We know miracles happen and perhaps the disgruntled “professional consumer advocate” will admit he was wrong. Our family has proof.
DEAR READER:
I thought this issue had been put behind me but then I received your letter. I felt it was important to print it because it shows what competent and caring physicians can do.
Age doesn’t always have to be a limiting factor in deciding appropriate courses of medical treatment as your husband’s case clearly shows. I hope you both continue to lead productive, fulfilling lives together for many years to come. Thanks for writing.
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