Surgery Update

Teacher_2_b_in_3 · June 2009

They couldn't get Abby in to surgery until about 8 pm last night. By the time we were back in the room and she was settled it was past midnight, so I didn't have the chance to update.

They went in and found that the dura was not only leaking in one small place, but in multiple places. They fixed that, washed out the wound, and sealed it all back up. The facia (sp?) is the layer that is the most important when it comes to sealing the wound and the doc thinks that he was able to do a better job this time around.

He also hooked up a drain to Abby's back so that the fluid doesn't put so much pressure on the dura allowing it to heal. It will have to drain for 3-5 days before it can come out. They also want her as still as possible for the next couple days to give the healing the best chance possible.

So, all in all, he feels the surgery was a success. You could tell he felt like he let us down when he told us that he needed to go back in. We are expecting to be here until at least Saturday or Sunday.

Thanks a million for all the prayers, thoughts, and encouraging words. Your support has made things a million times easier.

Hippinski · June 2009

Thank you for the update. This has to be so hard on you!

Is she in a lot of pain or do they have her pretty sedated?

Teacher_2_b_in_3 · June 2009

Hippinski:
Thank you for the update. This has to be so hard on you!
Is she in a lot of pain or do they have her pretty sedated?

When she is in pain, they give her Fentnyl (sp?) which is strong, but quick. It seems to help settle her. As long as she lays down, she doesn't get the headaches from the leaking fluid.

lytedark · June 2009

ugh - poor abby!! what an ordeal this has been for you. i'm glad to hear that you have at least a doctor who is human and understands how sad it is to be doing this to such a little girl and isn't just a stoic "this is how it is" kinda doctor (did that make sense? lol).

i hope the healing is quick and as pain-free as possible and that you get to bring her home for good soon.. *hugs!!!!*

brianna611 · June 2009

I truly hope that everything gets better now. I pray that Abby can heal well and feel better very, very soon. ((Hugs)) to you both and your family.

mrolfe89 · June 2009

I'm somewhat of a lurker on this board, but I've been following Abby's story. I just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of and praying for you.

s+m · June 2009

Surely Abby is in my thoughts and prayers, thank you for the updates.?

renee143 · June 2009

poor baby girl! this is just making me so sad. i'm glad each update is a step in the right direction. i hope the recovery is quick. we're praying for you.

danaann78 · June 2009

We'll keep the thoughts and prayers coming. Thanks for the updates, I know everyone on here is thinking about you guys all the time.

julygal · June 2009

I hope this surgery fixed the leaking for good and Abby is back on the mend.

AmandaHearn · June 2009

I pray this is the one. (((hugs)))

MissyOlivePants · June 2009

So glad to hear from you Eileen! I'm continuing to pray here as well.

Nic&Susie · June 2009

Prayers are being said daily for you and your little one. God bless you all with healing, strength, and courage!

kmgourley · June 2009

I'm glad they think they've got it under control now. I hope she heals quickly!

MTOW · June 2009

I'm glad to hear things are looking up! I hope she feels lots better soon.

Dobie_Mama · June 2009

(((Hugs))) I'm glad the doc thinks this surgery was successful. I'm praying there's an easy and quick road to recovery ahead.

E C · June 2009

I'm so glad the doctor is hopeful. I pray that his hope is contaigous. Your little girl is in my prayers.

GladToBeMrs.SRS · June 2009

Thank you so very much for the update. I'm relieved that the surgery went relatively well. Your baby girl, her medical team, and your family have all been held in fervent prayer.

I hope you can get some much-needed and much-deserved sleep soon.

((hugs))

hamilton.ja · June 2009

I'm glad they were able to get her back and in and get things fixed. I really hope that this is the final surgery for your little girl. You are all in my prayers!

andrealynn0707 · June 2009

I feel so bad for your kiddo. I hope that this is the last pit stop on the way to a full recovery!

ab&jim · June 2009

You and your family have been in my thoughts for days. And will continue to be until you're home and settled. I hope for a quick and easy recovery for Abby. You're such a strong mommy!!

AnnaBananaBelle · June 2009

Thanks so much for updating us, I was thinking about you and little Abby all night. I truly hope that everything gets easier from here!

luvlieK · June 2009

Poor baby. We are constantly thinking about you guys and praying for you.

pixy_stix · June 2009

Continuing to send BIG HUGS and prayers for all of you.

Impatientgal · June 2009

Fingers crossed that this is the one!!!! Hang in there!

triumphantreturnofplanningbug · June 2009

Ditto Glad, and a few added ((hugs)).

papagena · June 2009

((hugs)) Glad to hear the surgery seems to have gone well. Take care of yourself!!

Sending prayers!!

Cassandra1028 · June 2009

I'm not a regular, but read Abby's story last night and I just wanted to send you/her/your family my well wishes. I hope this is all over for you soon and Abby can get back to being her old self!