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40#1Fan 0 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 http://redwingscorner.blogspot.com/2008/10...pendectomy.html Andreas Lilja is having an appendectomy today and won't be with the team in St. Louis. The defenseman could return to the lineup as early as Friday, according to coach Mike Babcock, but that does seem like a very speedy recovery. Brad Stuart (bruised knee) said that he's definitely back in the lineup tomorrow night and will be back partnered with Niklas Kronwall. Derek Meech will remain in the lineup and partner with his former Grand Rapids teammate Brett Lebda as the third defense pairing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteef 2,679 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 LILJA DON'T NEED NO GIRLY APPENDIX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueMonk 102 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 I can't complain about Lilja's play so far. He's been one of the few willing to really sacrifice his body. He's blocked a lot of shots (like he always does) and hasn't made any brutal errors. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
40#1Fan 0 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 The Detroit Free Press's Helene St. James confirms MacLeod's report, and says that Lilja underwent endoscopic surgery: October 21, Detroit Free Press: Andreas Lilja missed Tuesday's practice because he was at the hospital having his appendix removed, Red Wings coach Mike Babcock said. The procedure was a scope, and team spokesman John Hahn said doctors said Lilja should be ready to play Friday. Derek Meech will play tomorrow at St. Louis. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 I can't complain about Lilja's play so far. He's been one of the few willing to really sacrifice his body. He's blocked a lot of shots (like he always does) and hasn't made any brutal errors. Agreed. People were screaming at him during the Rangers game (out of force of habit, I guess). But I thought he looked pretty solid. Kept it simple. blocked shots. Killed penalties. The only thing I wanted to see more, which is a constant, is using his size to be more physical. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 The Detroit Free Press's Helene St. James confirms MacLeod's report, and says that Lilja underwent endoscopic surgery: October 21, Detroit Free Press: Andreas Lilja missed Tuesday's practice because he was at the hospital having his appendix removed, Red Wings coach Mike Babcock said. The procedure was a scope, and team spokesman John Hahn said doctors said Lilja should be ready to play Friday. Derek Meech will play tomorrow at St. Louis. I'm by no means a doctor, but doesn't it seem awfully risky for a player to return just 3 days after being cut open and then re-sewn back together? It just seems like a recipe for reopening a wound. Perhaps someone that has had their appendix out could enlighten me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edicius 3,269 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 LILJA DON'T NEED NO GIRLY APPENDIX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lilja's so tough, even his appendix got scared of him and ran away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Opie 308 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 I'm by no means a doctor, but doesn't it seem awfully risky for a player to return just 3 days after being cut open and then re-sewn back together? It just seems like a recipe for reopening a wound. Perhaps someone that has had their appendix out could enlighten me. It was a scope so the entrance wound (for lack of better terms) is minimal at best and is more of a puncture wound as opposed to an open gash on the side of him. But I could be wrong. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteef 2,679 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 It was a scope so the entrance wound (for lack of better terms) is minimal at best and is more of a puncture wound as opposed to an open gash on the side of him. But I could be wrong. Correct. It's like popping a big zit! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteef 2,679 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 Lilja's so tough, even his appendix got scared of him and ran away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 It was a scope so the entrance wound (for lack of better terms) is minimal at best and is more of a puncture wound as opposed to an open gash on the side of him. But I could be wrong. Gotcha....thanks. Correct. It's like popping a big zit! How colorful! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
labeau55 0 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 It was a scope so the entrance wound (for lack of better terms) is minimal at best and is more of a puncture wound as opposed to an open gash on the side of him. But I could be wrong. Must be very different if you get cut. Mine ruptured, I was told I would be in the hospital 10-14 days and out of work for 4-7 weeks...and I think my job is much less rough than playing hockey. I wasn't off as long as they said but I was in no means ready to check people three days after. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Opie 308 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 Correct. It's like popping a big zit! great description!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest CaliWingsNut Report post Posted October 21, 2008 (edited) This is info from the wiki on it that I read up on it to refresh my memory. I'm assuming that they with the more expensive but non invasive method. Therefore he basically has a small puncture wound that takes about 3 - 1" stiches at the base of the stomach/pelvis area. Average recovery can take anywhere from a day or two to 3 weeks. My guess is that it'll be patched up really well and he'll play but won't be at his best for another two weeks. Edit: Spelling (I cooked for Candy once in her home!) Edited October 21, 2008 by CaliWingsNut Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MacK_Attack 108 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 (edited) It was a scope so the entrance wound (for lack of better terms) is minimal at best and is more of a puncture wound as opposed to an open gash on the side of him. But I could be wrong. I had my appendix removed via scope a few years ago. I was out of the hospital the next day, but they told me that I couldn't do anything strenuous for at least week because of internal stitches that needed to heal over first. It took me about three-four days to feel "normal" again afterwards. I only had the little puncture wounds (three of them). I was still playing hockey back then, they told me I could start skating in two weeks, and would have to see my surgeon to get clear to play again in 3 weeks. Mind you, everything is expedited with pro athletes, but I can't see Lilja being cleared three or four days after surgery. Edited October 21, 2008 by MacK_Attack Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Mule 0 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 Lilja has played quite good thus far, so it's a shame he'll have to interrupt that run. As for Conklin, I am very pleased to hear he will be starting tomorrow. I've been anxious to see another outing from him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 ANDREAS LILJA IS EKLUND!!! Eklund Goes to Hospital with Ruptured Appendix Lilja and Eklund both need appendectomies in the same day...coincidence...I think not...they are one in the same. Lilja is Eklund the no longer anonymous hockey blogger. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LIDDYGIBBY5 1 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 ANDREAS LILJA IS EKLUND!!! Eklund Goes to Hospital with Ruptured Appendix Lilja and Eklund both need appendectomies in the same day...coincidence...I think not...they are one in the same. Lilja is Eklund the no longer anonymous hockey blogger. Come to think of it, I have never seem them both in the same place. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redhot 0 Report post Posted October 21, 2008 Speedy recovery, appendix-less Lilya! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckloo39 5,686 Report post Posted October 22, 2008 I've been waiting for one of you wags to equate Lils and the appendix as equally useless organs, but you didn't! I am so proud. *sniffle* He's been good thus far, and I wish him a very speedy recovery. Happy to see Conklin back tomorrow, too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Four Report post Posted October 22, 2008 (edited) Conklin in net = Good feeling Lilja not playing = Really bad :S Edited October 22, 2008 by Four Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted October 22, 2008 Agreed. People were screaming at him during the Rangers game (out of force of habit, I guess). But I thought he looked pretty solid. Kept it simple. blocked shots. Killed penalties. The only thing I wanted to see more, which is a constant, is using his size to be more physical. QFT. At times, I've been more comfortable with him on the ice than Kronwall, Stuart, or Rafalski. Albeit Lilja's max-out point in terms of his capabilities is really only a #5 Dman, hes still the only guy who, in my eyes, has played well in his role. Every other Dman has played slightly to considerably below what they're capable of. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hokeychik22 17 Report post Posted October 22, 2008 (edited) i'm personally not a lily fan and don't like to see him play, but I do hope he feels better soon. Surgery is never fun. Hope there is also no complications from surgery. i read in one article that babs said it all started a think a week ago with lily having stomach pains, glad though he took care of it now before it got worse. Also GO CONKLIN!! Good luck in net tomorrow night!! Lets leave Manny and the blues feeling blue. Edited October 22, 2008 by hokeychik22 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
digitaljohn88 4 Report post Posted October 22, 2008 He must have gotten the surgery before it ruptured. If the appendix ruptures or bursts, they have to make a much larger incision to clean out the infection, and the person is usually on antibiotics via IV for the next week or two at the hospital. Just happened to my mom about a month ago, and she's just now getting back to 100%. Good thing Lilja caught it before it got more serious. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
