Audrey entered surgery at 1:30 pm. Just after 6 pm we received the first report that her surgery was a success, and the surgeons were finishing up. Unfortunately, during the last 15 min of surgery, the doctors found blood in her airways and lungs. It appears she had some type of pulmonary hemorrhage. This gave us a good scare as we weren't sure if she would stop bleeding.
Currently, there have been no indications of further bleeding into her lungs. She is on an oscillatory ventilator which is crucial for her oxygen levels. The extent of the damage to her lungs is unknown, but she will spend more time on the ventilator recovering than normal. Apparently the lungs are quick to be injured but slow to heal. Her status is best described as critical but stable.
The great news is that the planned surgery went excellent. The surgeons have already checked the function of the heart and coronary arteries and found everything to be working properly.
Linda and I are completely worn out, and we're taking the doctor's advice and making the drive home to get some sleep.
More info as it becomes available during the next few crucial days.
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4 comments:
I and a whole bunch more are thrilled with this news! Audrey is a beautiful little girl and she and all of you are in our thoughts. Best wishes in the days and weeks ahead.
Penny (Karen's co-worker)
Billy and I are so happy to hear that everything went well. Audrey is absolutely adorable! Congratulations on another beautiful little girl. Our prayers will be with you for a wonderful recovery.
I am so happy hear the surgery went well. You are in our prayers and we will continue to pray for her and your family during this time. Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl!
Audrey is absolutely beautiful. She has had a rough start, but she has FAIR blood in her. We know she is a fighter. Before you know it, these last few days will be a page in her " Early On " book. While you two are holding your grandkids, you can tell them about how their mother scared you, for the first time. Take Care, God Bless, and your family is in our prayers.
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