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2. The news says "procedure" but I can't find out what kind of procedure

Tue Nov 12, 2019, 08:56 AM

Nov 2019

Last edited Tue Nov 12, 2019, 10:08 AM - Edit history (1)

In the past we would drill a small hole (burr hole) near the affected area and relieve the pressure. Maybe they have something less invasive now?
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Keeping him in my thoughts and hoping for a safe and complete recovery Rhiannon12866 Nov 2019 #1

Ok got it.. drilling a hole to relieve pressure.. easy peasy mitch96 Nov 2019 #3