The surgeon just came and spoke with us and reiterated most of what we heard at the mid-way mark. Josiah was given a central shunt which connects his aorta to his pulmonary artery. The surgeon said he's not pessimistic but he is unable to predict if the surgery is going to be successful or not. Josiah's numbers at the very end of surgery were not as favourable as they had been when the resident came and spoke. However, to some extent this was expected and the next 24-48 hours will be telling.
The surgeon noted his surprise regarding the length of time it took to get Josiah's blood ready for the heart-lung machine before surgery started. This might be a severe limitation if Josiah ever needed to go on emergency life support (ECMO) so we'll pray that never happens. Today's procedure did not seem to have any effect on Josiah's inlet valve thus far (the valve was not touched during the surgery). In months or years it might have a detrimental affect. Even if today's surgery is completely successful as we are hoping and praying, there is no way to estimate when he would need his next surgery as there are so many factors involved.
We should be able to see Josiah in about half an hour. Thank you so much for your prayers for Josiah's complete recuperation and healing.
Blessings,
Elizabeth and Graham
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