"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
--Jeremiah 29:11

Thursday, August 27, 2009

In Surgery

Conway was taken back to the OR around 8:40 eastern time. They said it could take quite a while to get through the scar tissue from the previous surgery so not to expect an update for a few hours.

He slept great all night. Woke up at 7am asking to "eat". They were supposed to take him down at 7:30am for pre-op but no one came. I asked at the desk and they said that downstairs would call when they were ready for him. 25 minutes later I asked again and they called downstairs and the people downstairs were waiting for us. They apparently had not been told that he was inpatient so didn't send up transport or orders for him to come down. They thought we'd just report down there at 7:30. Then Dr. Bove's assistant who was getting consent wanted to remind me about the large possibility of Connie getting heart block and needing a pacemaker after this surgery. I said, "You mean like the one he already has?" That made me feel great that he had really done his homework on my boy (note sarcasm). I must say, though, the anesthesiologists have really been on their A game here. They all have his entire history memorized. The one today is from the UK and has worked with CT surgeons like Marcus Hall and Bill Brawn. He's phenomenal. He said were in one of the top two places in the world for this and Connie couldn't be in better hands. We were joking about how it seems that Connie has a rather high tolerance and he said that the good thing about his profession is that they "always win", meaning that the anesthesiologist has the final say since they just add more or whatever. It was cute. We didn't get a chance to talk with Dr. Bove before hand and were a bit bummed by that, but to tell the truth, I didn't think we would anyway.

They tell us that on a scale of 1-10, this surgery is on the level of a 9. So, I guess that means we need to intensify our prayers!

Connie was such a good boy. He got some versed in his IV and still was a bit unhappy (hungry) but they wheeled him away in a red wagon without any crying or anything. He took the iPod, his monkey lovey and his bag of blessed things into the OR with him.

6 comments:

Unknown said...

Praying!

Wow, two pacemakers. LOL Stuff like thatgets my goat. Details are important, people. Makes for a bit of an uneasy feeling as you're letting your child go...

Our Anesthesia doctor said the exact same thing before Eli's cath last year. "We always win."

Praying as Connie endures another big surgery-
Praying for Dr. Bove and team to be at their best-
Praying for you as you wait-

I'll be checking for updates.

Take Care~
Lisa in TN
(Ltga Yahoo)

Yvonne Mallon said...

I got the sarcasm. I love it when they say things like that. However, sounds like you have got top notch anesthesiology and of course, Dr. Bove. That has to make you feel good that your anesthesiologist worked with Mr.Brawn. YOu know how all our UK friends on LTGA sing his praises and I am sure he expects the best anesthesiologists to be on board.
YOu know you have one of the top of the top CT surgeons with Connie also. He is in Very Good hands. You could not ask for a better team.
Ok, they said a 9 in intensity?? A 9?? What is the DS then.....that is a 10 or is that off the charts??
So, I woke up with the baby early this morning and we had a mediation time where we thought of Connie and you and prayed for your both as well as for the surgery team. We prayed for Connie's strength and endurance during this surgery, for Dr. Bove and prayers for a very successful and complete surgery. Connie is on our minds constantly. If you need anything, I am here!!

Love to you all,
Yvonne and the Mallon Clan

Danielle said...

Our prayers are with you and Connie and the Doctors.

Diane Avink said...

Erin,

Was the anesthesiologists name Andy? That was who Andrea had and he was great.

We were told that Dr. Bove doesn't usually see the parents the morning of, because he has to get prepared for surgery mentally. I know its frustrating not to speak to him before your child's surgery.

I am praying for your little guy and your family while he is in surgery and after. May God watch over you all and give you peace.

Diane

Cara said...

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless Conway and keep him strong.

stove said...

Gotta love general care! If you want something done, you have to ask at least 3 times. Our problem when we were doing the handoff was they were going to take her back and I informed the anesthesiologists that no-one had brought us the consent to sign. They were not pleased. They seem to always be on the ball, but the surgical fellows have a lot to learn!

We will be thinking of you Connie all day. Stay strong! He's in great hands and he's made it through a tougher surgery. Thanks for the updates!

Steph
(L-TGA group)

Connie