It's Tuesday, just after lunch, and Makenzie has returned to the intensive care unit following a successful surgery. The surgeon was able to get in, and get to work with no surprises today. He was able to place a "biocore valve," made by St. Jude Medical, which you can google to see a picture of. He was also able to clean up her pulmonary artery and add a patch to make it larger.
He found the tissue to be in good condition, which was a huge relief to Heidi and I. The valve tested well - no leakage, good flow, etc. She spent about 45 minutes on the heart/lung bypass, and came off the bypass with flying colors.
Please pray that her numbers will be stable, her bleeding will be minimal and that her recovery will be swift!
While the previous 24 hours were hard to endure, she gave us a sign positive sign this morning just before surgery. Heidi leaned over to give her one last smooch, and MJ just about jumped out of the bed. I took it as an indicator that our little fighter was ready for this round. As soon as she is settled in her room, Heidi and I will be able to return to her side. If we don't post for a while, assume it's because we have better things to do!!!
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Jake and Heidi,
Thank you so much for the update and mostly thank God for the successful surgery. You all continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy S
Dear Neighbors,
We are in our prayers.
We are SO grateful to hear that spunky Makenzie made it through this tough surgery so well.
With love and prayers,
Dan and Kory
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