Thursday, November 10th

We got the results of the bronchial scope that the ENT docs did yesterday. They weren't able to get a clear look at all of Will's airway structures because he wasn't stable enough to remove his breathing tube. They were able to look at his lower airway and found some secretions (which they sucked out) and a small ulcer (which they say should heal on its own... it was caused by his breathing tube). Everything they did see looked normal, but they didn't get to see his vocal cords. They did put in a smaller breathing tube to help the ulcer, but he has a larger air leak.... hopefully the bigger leak won't affect him getting weaned off the ventilator again.

Essentially we are back at square one with the ventilator. It was at the same settings yesterday as it was when he came back from his heart surgery. It is unclear at this point how long it will take. I do know that when they get him down to the lower settings again, they will want to do his sprints for a couple of days. It's another wait & see game!

Josh... Will & I wish you Happy Birthday!! We love you!