Monday, November 7th
Will's kidney doctors have given their ok to take out the dialysis catheder. Will's heart surgeon, Dr. Bove will be taking it out. Only thing is, his operating schedule is jammed packed. Will's cardiologist is going to get with him on coordinating the surgery. It could be a week, it could be tomorrow... who knows? The sooner the better, cause we are getting so close to coming home! The surgery itself is very simple... in fact, a lot of patients have done it as an outpatient in one day.
More than likely, Will's doctors will remove his breathing tube tomorrow morning. They usually like to keep the patients in the peds. cardio-thoracic intensive care unit for a day or two afterwards to make sure that there are no complications. And hopefully, he will be moved to moderate care later this week. This is also assuming he does better with his feedings.
Will did have his upper GI procedure this morning and it showed that his digestive anatomy was normal... he just has acid reflux, which they hope to treat with medication.
More than likely, Will's doctors will remove his breathing tube tomorrow morning. They usually like to keep the patients in the peds. cardio-thoracic intensive care unit for a day or two afterwards to make sure that there are no complications. And hopefully, he will be moved to moderate care later this week. This is also assuming he does better with his feedings.
Will did have his upper GI procedure this morning and it showed that his digestive anatomy was normal... he just has acid reflux, which they hope to treat with medication.
posted by Stephanie Burns @ 10:35 PM
7 Comments:
At 8:24 PM,
Nana Nancy said…
Dear Stephanie!
Thanks again - for your positive, up date on Will's progress.
Hoping Dr. Bove will fit him in his surgery schedule, ASAP. Will needs to have this done to move to moderate care.
As you begin your 4th week in Ann Arbor, and Baby Will in critical care - your enthusiasm and positive attitude prove what a strong woman you are! Not a surprise!
Love you,
Mom
At 10:44 PM,
Anonymous said…
Stephanie,
It is always so wonderful to pull up and find a new update from you! Everyone here in Nashville is anxiously awaiting your return and every day is another day closer to then! These weeks will be a memory before you know it, with many new ones coming,layered on top of layer!
Sending you warm wishes for a peaceful restorative night's rest and a wonderful bright morning!
Hugs, kisses, prayers, and much love,
Kirk and Robert
(Sweet dreams, Sweet Will!)
At 7:59 AM,
Anonymous said…
Great, encouraging news, Steph! I certainly hope he can have that surgery soon, so the sooner you can go home! We can't wait to see all of you! Take care and thank you again for doing the blog
Aunt Lisa Jo
At 7:59 AM,
Anonymous said…
Wonderful, Uplifting news of Will's progress! We are praying for the available surgery time to be very soon so you can get back home sooner.
We are so proud of you Stephanie and Josh!
Love,
Big O Joe, Becky, Adam & Andrea
At 8:23 AM,
Anonymous said…
Stephanie & Josh,
What wonderful news about Will!!
God is certainly answering prayers
and holding you all in his hands..
I am sure you are looking forward
to returning home with Baby Will.
We love you and look forward to
seeing you all. Gina & Pops
At 10:47 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Stephanie! I check Will's progress daily and so many MK ladies are too! I've sent this site out to so many. Is there ANYTHING you need or I can do for you? I feel helpless in Memphis. Please let me know how you are holding up. Love to hear from you!xoxo Gina
At 5:41 AM,
Anonymous said…
Stephanie,
Sounds like everything is going well. Bob Martin's new grandson was four weeks premature and has acid reflux problems. They did an upper GI test like Will had with similar results. They said that it is very common for premature babies to have acid reflux and grow out of it within three months. Medication and adding rice cereal to the milk or formula seems to help. We love you!
Daddy and Pat
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