Pre-op and Check-in
Hello,
Braden was such a good boy today for his pre-op visit. He had blood work, an X-ray, and EKG done today to get him all set for his big day tomorrow. Surgery is scheduled for tomorrow morning at 7:30am. From start to finish, it should be around 6 hours. I guess the repair of his heart won't take long at all....it's all the leg work before and after that will take up most of the OR time. After this surgery, the docs say his heart will be "happy", because it won't have to work as hard with the re-routing they will do. He will, however, probably experience what they call "Glenn headaches." Re-routing the blood flow causes pressure changes in the body, so he will be a bit cranky and not himself the first few days. Some positive news....his chest will be closed after surgery and there's an excellent chance he will extubated right after surgery as well.
My mom, Braden, and I are all checked in at the RMH....Rich will come after his b-ball game. This is Braden's first sleep-over. I feel like I packed the house!
As tomorrow nears, I can already feel God's arms wrapped around us. Thank you for your prayers and positive thoughts. We will post throughout the day tomorrow to update everyone on how the surgery is going.
Love,
Steph, Rich, and Braden
posted by The Petska Family @ 11/28/2006 05:07:00 PM
4 Comments:
Steph, Rich & Braden
We'll be thinking of you all tomorrow - you too, Patsy! We'll be praying all day as Braden takes this next big step, and know that God will be with him and those wonderful doctors as they do their magic! luv u all!
Auntie Chris & Uncle Steve
Just wanted to let you all know that we will be thinking of you and praying for you tomorrow and in the days ahead as Braden goes through his next round of surgery and recovery. We will be checking in tomorrow to see how everything is going. Take care.
John, Missy, and Tyler Nelson
P.S. Thank you for sharing the collage of pictures! Braden is the darn cutest thing.
Dear Steph, Rich and Braden,
You three are by far, the bravest little family I know. Evan, Miles Sammy and I will be thinking of you
all tomorrow and sending lots of prayers and good thoughts your way. Braden is a blessed little boy and I have no doubt that he will lead a very long, healthy, happy life when all of this is said and done. Take good care, you three and say hello to Grandma Patsy for me!
Lots of love...Jenny (Bonnie's daughter)
Wow, I can't believe it's already time for surgery #2. Your family, the hospital staff, and Braden will be in our prayers. I've printed the collage to have on my desk as a constant reminder. Your faith is an inspiration for all who know you.
Love & Blessings,
Dennis and Lisa
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