Disgusted and uncertain about what to do.......

[klangel]

ditto and amen!   kerri

[Kate B]

The ENT put the pieces together nicely!  It all makes sense. 

All the best in resolving the sinus problem.

Kate

[wendysig]

Melissa,

Your ENT's explanation makes sense and I don't blame you for not wanting to take legal action -- I was initially under the impression yoiu did and could also understand that. As you point out, we take risks when we decide to have surgery and your yucky gauze is one of them.   I'm sorrier than I can say that you have to endure another operation, but hope this takes care of your sinus infection once and for all.  I'm sure the surgeon and surgical team will be very careful, especially given what has already happened. 

Wishing you all the best,
Wendy

[Jim Scott]

Melissa ~

I'm pleased to learn that you've received satisfactory answers regarding the left-over gauze and that suing your surgeon was never an option for you.  I'm sorry that you'll likely have to undergo additional surgery to finally resolve your ongoing sinus issues but it shouldn't be too onerous and the relief you'll get should make it worth the hassle. 

Jim