The surgeon finally came out about 4 o'clock and was finished with surgery. He was pleased with how the surgery went. He ended up putting the valve above where the original one was. He had to do it that way because her valve measured only about 13mm. Gracie did well throughout the entire surgery and when they did the echo in the operating room, there seemed to be no gradient which is a very good thing!
After we got through talking, Todd and I went to see Gracie. When we got there, her blood pressure was dropping so they were adjusting medicines, got blood gases, a chest x-ray, and another echo. They also pulled out a clot through the vent tubing which could have had an effect on the blood pressure.
The next 24-48 hours, and possibly longer will be very very critical for Gracie. With optimistic doctors, and God in control, Gracie is a tough little girl and a fighter!
Review: The Luminaries
2 years ago
3 comments:
So thankful that the surgery went well. We will keep praying!
great to hear everything went well. i am thinking of you all constantly and sending prayers up for the family.
Happy Birthday Gracie!
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