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Posted on 4/20/09 at 2:58 pm to
Posted by F Head
On a boat
Member since Dec 2008
1896 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 2:58 pm to
quote:

Why does Songy say "it doesn't look good" for D Byrd while other reports say he is going to be ok?


Songyhe rambles on and doesn't have a clue what he's saying. Crappy reporting is his standard M.O.

Seriously, all the best to Byrd.
Posted by STEVED00
Member since May 2007
23127 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 2:59 pm to
quote:

you don't go to the ICU for nothing (a few scratches, observation, etc)...


+1
Posted by roscoethetiger
Charlottesville
Member since Dec 2007
2310 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 3:00 pm to
It could be the fact that this guy has millions coming his way and his insurance company and his agent are being extra extra cautious to make sure A) the insurance company doesn't have to pay out claim B)NFL teams will have no doubt that he is perfectly fine and there are no possibilities of lingering effects.
Posted by blueslover
deeper than deep south
Member since Sep 2007
22792 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 3:18 pm to
another pft update-

LSU wide receiver Demetrius Byrd’s injuries aren’t considered life-threatening or career-threatening and he’s expected to make a complete recovery after being involved in a car accident Sunday in Miami that has left the NFL draft prospect hospitalized in stable condition, according to a statement released by his agents.

“We are saddened by the news that our good friend and client, Demetrius Byrd, was involved in a car accident yesterday in Miami, Fla., and based on early reports, we are optimistic that he will make a full recovery,” David Dunn, Byrd’s agent, said in a statement released a few minutes ago. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Demetrius, and with his mother, Sharon, and the entire Byrd family.”

Byrd has suffered several injuries, hurting his shoulder and ear lobe while also suffering scratches and bruises on his face and arms, according to a source close to the situation.

Still at the intensive care unit of Jackson Memorial Hospital, Byrd has been receiving hourly CAT scans today, per the source. Byrd was on his way to church when his car was totaled during the accident.
Posted by lsulee
central
Member since Sep 2006
361 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 3:25 pm to
I perform CAT Scans at a hospital around the BR area and I have NEVER done an hourly CAT Scan on a patient before. It doesnt mean it couldnt happen, doctors can order ALMOST anything.

As for how often it depends what they are looking for, the only procedure that would be repeated in this case is a CAT scan of the Head/brain looking for a hemorrhage/bleed and usually they perform them once every 24/48hrs. t
Posted by alga
Florida
Member since Dec 2007
133 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 3:37 pm to
Also could be CT of the chest watching for bleeding. A main organ spleen or liver.
Posted by Oily Tigah
City of Surup
Member since May 2007
2373 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 3:42 pm to
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what a difference a day makes.. yall was just shitting on him a second ago


Speculating on what round someone will or should get drafted in, and hating on somebody thats in the ICU are two very different things.
Posted by lsudiva2010
2014 Class B BBall Champions
Member since Jan 2008
19302 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 3:46 pm to
1- i would guess that there are several reason for hourly CTs
there are way too many conflicting reports to say exactly if any of this is true beyond he was in a car accident and at least was injured to some capacity

2- whether someone is being critical of draft stock or they have a personal vendetta, whatever, i think no one here would wish ill will, especially of this magnitude on anyone ... i would like to think so anyway
This post was edited on 4/20/09 at 3:48 pm
Posted by Ric Flair
Charlotte
Member since Oct 2005
13873 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 3:55 pm to
I doubt they're doing hourly CT scans. Maybe every 4-6 hours to watch a small bleed to make sure it doesn't get larger.
Posted by specs1
Member since Dec 2005
10015 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 4:03 pm to
quote:

I perform CAT Scans at a hospital around the BR area and I have NEVER done an hourly CAT Scan on a patient before. It doesnt mean it couldnt happen, doctors can order ALMOST anything.

As for how often it depends what they are looking for, the only procedure that would be repeated in this case is a CAT scan of the Head/brain looking for a hemorrhage/bleed and usually they perform them once every 24/48hrs.


Obiously we all hope he makes a full recovery and is able to fully enjoy the many blessings of his god given talent.

As for these reports, I would think as the story progresses there will be many corrections/clarifications. I agree w/ you. Some of it just does not make sense on the surface.

Posted by Statestreet
Gueydan
Member since Sep 2008
13898 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 4:18 pm to
Thoughts are with him.
Posted by siliconvalleytiger
Bay Area, CA
Member since Apr 2004
31326 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 5:06 pm to
I hope he recovers quickly.
Posted by Idlpeach
Louisiana
Member since Dec 2003
1590 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 6:23 pm to
WAFB just reported that they had spoken to his mother and that his injuries were not life threatning.
Posted by 2000lsugrad
Walker
Member since Aug 2008
198 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 6:23 pm to
I personally could care less about his performance on the field this year, I just hope that he recovers and has a chance to go on to the NFL and prove all the doubters wrong. I sat next to his mother and sister at last year's spring game and truly enjoyed the time. You can tell that he was raised right and the fact the he was hurt going to church backs that up. Just praying for a speedy recovery.
Posted by TXARTiger
East Texas
Member since Sep 2007
1010 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 6:25 pm to
Thanks, please keep all updated.
Posted by BayouBlue
Austin
Member since Nov 2003
1942 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 6:40 pm to
God bless him and his family. I will say a prayer for him.
Posted by RobbBobb
Member since Feb 2007
33864 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 7:07 pm to
quote:

Byrd has been receiving hourly CAT scans today,

That frequency of CT scans suggests concerns of brain swelling.

And I think the comments about "full recovery" came from his agent; which makes them suspect. All about protecting draft value.
Posted by King Joey
Just south of the DC/US border
Member since Mar 2004
12744 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 7:13 pm to
Good luck, Demetrius. My prayers are with you and your family, hoping that the "not too serious" reports are the legit ones.

Posted by mardigrarita
Shreveport, LA
Member since Feb 2008
889 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 7:18 pm to
ESPN just reported he is in critical but stable condition.

GOD BLESS D-BYRD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by etow69
Lake Charles
Member since Nov 2007
1050 posts
Posted on 4/20/09 at 7:33 pm to
Always a Tiger!
Get well soon Demetrius!
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