We're just back from the hospital, having spoken to Dr Z, who has told us that Kendall's operation went really well, with no need to use a skin flap to cover the affected area.

The operation took only four hours, the work was extensive but less invasive than he had expected. He says that he would be surprised if there was any cancer found – the problem was massive infection and cartilage damaged well beyond repair.

Right now he's still in recovery and we have to wait for about an hour to find out which ICU he will go to.

He has a breathing tube in place, which will stay in for an as yet undetermined length of time. He may have to come home with the tube in. Hopefully he should come home in about two weeks.

They are going to try and get him eating and drinking tomorrow, which will obviously aid recovery.

More later. The girls and I are pretty wasted, but it is so good that we can give him such good news when we see him.