All, we're happy to report that this is finished! We've spoken with both our surgeons now, and they are encouraged.There were able to remove about 90% of the tumor and reopen the catheter.
They were not able to get the remaining portion of the tumor, because of bleeding that occurred. There was some reasonable blood loss, requiring a transfusion, but she did not have low blood pressures or other signs of severe blood loss.
The plan will be to monitor her in the ICU over night with a lumbar drain to help keep the cerebrospinal fluid pressure from getting too high, and leaking through their surgical site. After a few days, they will remove the drain and ensure there is no further CSF leakage.
We are very happy that we will see her in half an hour or so.
We love you Lucy!!!!! I'm so happy it's over. Praying for a swift and uneventful recovery.
ReplyDeleteThank you, JESUS!
ReplyDeleteWe pray for no complications.
We are thankful for the swift updates.
Thank you, Lord! Praying for glory-strength, not grim-strength for each of you. Especially the Spooners with your boys :)
ReplyDeleteHooray! We send hugs, kisses and quiet celebratory cheers to the princess!
ReplyDeleteHooray! We send hugs, kisses and quiet celebratory cheers to the princess!
ReplyDeleteFull of gratitude! Thanks for the updates. I love you all. xoxo (the auntie Anne)
ReplyDeleteYeah, we are so happy she is out of surgery and will continue to pray as she recovers! Thanks for all the updates and pics:)
ReplyDeleteSo good to read this update. Thanks for allowing us to share this burden/joy with you through prayer.
ReplyDeleteWhat good news...answered prayer so far. We continue to ask the Lord to hold you.
ReplyDeleteWoo to the hoo! Glad surgery is behind her. Praying for continued healing and strength for all of you!
ReplyDeleteVery glad to hear that she is out of surgery. Continued prayers for recovery.
ReplyDeleteThankful for such a great report!
ReplyDeleteSeems like it's been a long day. If there's truth to the saying that good things come to those who wait, y'all have great thing ahead. Keeping you in our hearts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteHooray! Our prayers are with you all. We love you and want you to know we are here for you. Hugs to the amazing Lucy - God carry you always! The Hasners
ReplyDeleteSo glad this part is behind you. Will continue to pray for a speedy recovery! Love to you all1
ReplyDeleteGreat news! Praise the Lord! May He bring deep, sweet rest to all of you tonight.
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