Hey all,

I just got back from my visit with a team of doctors at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. I may start HBO therapy as soon as Monday.

The doctors feel that this therapy will heal the fistula that I developed. I asked about the success rate. I was told that it falls somewhere between 75% to 80%. If it works I can avoid surgery to correct the problem.

I was allowed to take a test run in one of the tubes. I may have to be under a mild sedative for the therapy sessions, as I discovered that I'm a bit claustrophobic. The sessions will last for 2 hours, 5 days a week for 6 weeks.

This really goes a long way in relieving my fears of ORN.

I'll keep posting throughout this process.

I'd love to hear from anyone else who may have gone through this.

John