Thursday, February 14, 2008

Done at Last.....

We just talked to the surgeon about how the surgery went. Dr. Bacha told us that the surgery results (short-term) are better than expected and that it was more tedious than he expected. Colin's chest is still open and will probably be closed either Sunday or Monday. He was able to fully hook up the left lung without a shunt and change the conduit. Pressures have already dropped in the right ventricle. Now hopefully his body will accept the changes. He did mention that Colin will probably undergo another catheterization to open the narrowed lower left lung arteries that he could not get to. Stay tuned for some photos post surgery.......Thanks for all your prayers.....

7 comments:

Terri@SteelMagnolia said...

Okay.. I'll be back...

Matthew's chest was open for 4 days... it was kind of tough at first.. but then I was able to look at it after the 3rd day...
it wasn't too bad.
Just weird.

Kathy said...

Oh...so glad that surgery went good.
Praying for low RV pressure...and no O2 soon!!!
We'll check back for pics too....Thanks for updating us!
You'll be able to lay a big kiss on his forehead soon!!

The Fillions said...

We are so glad to know that the surgery is over and that all went well. Will continue praying for a speedy recovery for your precious Colin.
Love,
Jani & Jim

Megan said...

Hi Tim and Melanie:
Wow, I just linked to your blog and I think you two have the strength of 100s. I almost fainted when John got 9 stitches on his forehead...
We're really glad to know Colin's surgery went well today and we'll definitely being praying for all three of you. Good luck with the rest of this ordeal in Boston.
Love, Megan, Rob, Will, Caroline and John

Sue said...

Thinking of you and keeping the prayers going. Colin definitely has good genes...he's a strong little boy just like his parents. Lots of love to both of you. And as always, please give Colin big kisses from his aunt and uncle.

Maralyn & Jay Bould said...

Tim & Melanie,

We're glad to hear that everything has gone as well as can be expected. We will be thinking of you all today and every day. We look forward to seeing Colin up and about in the not too distant future.

Auntie Cyn said...

Mel, Tim, -Alex & Kathy too -The power of prayer - we are all so glad to hear Colin is doing so well. Prayers will continue for Colin and family! Give Colin a hug from Auntie Cyn - can't wait to see him back home in Cicero!
Take care - Love ya all.