Thursday, 23 October 2008

Seve update


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Sadly Seve Ballesteros brain tumor is cancerous and he will undergo another operation.

La Paz Hospital said that the surgery is "of great complexity." The procedure is designed to relieve pressure on his brain caused by swelling and bleeding that have recently developed. The 51-year-old was in a stable, but serious condition.

Based on an analysis of cells already removed, the tumor is classified as an oligoastrocytoma, a type that affects "cells that cover and protect the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord," reported the hospital.

Ballesteros was admitted to the hospital on Oct. 6th and 10 days later a sizable part of the tumor was taken out. Part of his skull was removed - a procedure known as decompressive craniotomy - to allow room for a swelling brain to expand. Doctors said it was not uncommon after such complex operations.

I personally would like to wish Seve all the best in his battle. He won so many battles on the golf course and he will need all he’s strength to win this one.

Good luck Seve, our prayers are with you.