Note-- the time stamp is incorrect on this post-- please see below for the most recent post. I've corrected this problem so it won't come up again.
We don't have an update on the intestines and right now, that's a good thing. The Doctors are able to monitor three signs for trouble: how does she look? How is her bllod doing? And what does the X-Ray show? The first two have not changed in the past few days and that is good news. They've moved the X-Rays back to every 12 hours so the next one is later this evening. Ideally the pics will show some improvement but as long as they show no danger signs, the Doctors are content to let Madeleine take care of the issues without surgery.
We did get some good news: the EKG showed that the PDA is still small and may actually be completely sealed. That is good news as it ensures that blood is diverted to Madeleine's intestinal repair. Even better, the EKG showed that the clot has decreased slightly in size. The doctors are cautiously optimistic that this trend will continue and Madeleine's body will slowly dissolve and absorb the clot.
So... The consensus here is that we're not out of the woods, especially with the NEC issues, but we're moving in the right direction.
Brent
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4 comments:
I am glad things have calmed down once again. I know you must know this, but you guys are in a real marathon, and not the 100-yard dash. Hang in there and know there are so very many good thoughts being sent your way. You are wonderful parents, and never forget that.
Esther
Brent and Kirsten-
I am sending you many hugs and good thoughts from here in Boston. I will keep all of you in my thoughts...
Thank you for setting up the blog for updates.
Warmly,
Ellie Rounds
We're rooting that little angel on! Keep us posted on the move - it sounds like it's a really good thing that IF necessary she'll already be in the right place for surgery. Natalie and Michael just told me that they are ready for bed so we can go pray for "Baby Cousin Madeleine". Gotta run... lots of prayers to be said...
Love you,
Sarah, Joe and kiddos
B & K-Call at anytime with today's update. We are propping each other up at this festival. Try to get a little rest today before you go back to the hospital. All our love-Mom and Dad
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