On June 14, 2010, Cindy underwent a Craniotomy at the Barros Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Arizona, to have a grade four Glioblastoma removed from the right temporal lobe of her brain. The team of surgeons at BNI were successful in removing most of the tumor leaving behind a small portion that remains in the part of the brain that controls her speech. Cindy is currently receiving chemotherapy seven days a week and radiation Monday through Friday. Cindy generously donated her tumor to research in hopes that someday a cure can be found. Cindy has also volunteered to be involved in a double-blind drug study at BNI where she receives a bi-weekly infusion to aid in the process in her healing.
This blog was created by the family members of Cindy Welch-Perry to inform friends and family of her progress on her path to recovery as she struggles against all odds to fight Brain Cancer.
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