The surgery went well. It was faster than expected and there were no real complications. The heart had developed a lot of muscle in the right ventricle and the doctor estimated that he would have only survived until age 3-4 with this condition. Eventually, the right ventricle would have become too muscular causing complete heart failure or else the lungs would have failed from being overworked. As it is, Dylan will be just fine now.
It is likely he will need a pulmonary valve replacement when he is a teenager, but that depends on how he develops.
As you can see from the picture below, he is hooked up to a lot of machines. Most of these will be disconnected over the next 24-48 hours. He is still sedated and will be until they can remove the breathing tube.
We are so grateful for the overwhelming support we have received. Thank you everyone!
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Sweet baby... what a miracle you continue to be. Always in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you!
ReplyDeleteWay to go Dylan! What a relief! I remember those surgery days with Brennen and Camden (and Aiden, but Aiden was older). I too remember thinking what a miracle it was that both babies remained calm when we couldn't feed them--true testament to the power of a Priesthood blessing. We're praying that he has a quick recovery and that you are home from the hospital in no time.
ReplyDeleteOh, we were so glad to hear that the operation is over and there were no complications. Seeing him all hooked up is so scary. He is such a sweet, cute little guy. We will continue praying for him and all of you.
ReplyDeleteWe love you.
That is he most heart-breaking picture. I am so glad that the surgery is over and he did well. What a wonderful relief and a blessing. I have been thinking of you all throughout the day and had a prayer in my heart. I am hoping for a quick recovery and that he will be home soon. Love to you all.
ReplyDeleteI have been thinking about you guys all day! Thank you for updating your blog. Seeing the picture of Dylan brought tears to my eyes. We are so blessed to live in a time where medical miracles can happen everyday!
ReplyDeleteSoooo glad to hear all went well in the operation. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers and I'm glad to know that the recovery has begun. Call me if there is anything I can do to help you!
ReplyDeleteMarianne
We are so glad to hear that everything went well. Dylan is such a cutie! We are so glad he is part of our family. You are all in our prayers. We are hoping for a speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteHooray for modern medicine! We've been on pins and needles today waiting for your good news. Thanks for the quick update. You are an amazing family- Dylan fits right in!
ReplyDeletethe Adams
so glad to hear this went well...we have been thinking about you all day!
ReplyDeleteSarah and Jake
So glad to hear the surgery went well. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Thanks for keeping the blog updated. Lashelle
ReplyDeleteYEAH!!!! I hope you get to hold that little guy soon. Love ya!
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