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1 fluid back into the circulation. Page 966 2 Q Now, all of this fluid buildup we have been 3 talking about, was that as a direct result of the 4 malignant mesothelioma? 5 A Yes. 6 Q Now, at this point in time we are now in the 7 area of September of 1981. 8 What, if any, symptoms or complaints was Mr. 9 Vandergucht experiencing at that time concerning his 10 weight, his appetite, his breath? 11 A Well, the fluid continued to accumulate at a 12 much more rapid rate as the tumor grew and expanded. 13 His symptoms became more noticeable, and the 14 LeVeen shunt obstructed or blocked within about 15 approximately a month, it was no longer functional. 16 He had to be readmitted into the hospital in 17 October of '81 and tapped on two occasions in the 18 hospital. 19 Q Did you do that, Doctor -- 20 A No. That was done by -- I am sorry. Yes, I 21 did that. The two of October of '81.