Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Trooper Mario Kickin' it with Elmo

11:00am The consensus is that there is either still infection around the bile duct they repaired or some tiny bit of leak still. The docs are discussing it, if there is a bit of a leak still, it means another trip to the OR to "wash the area". Mario also had some trouble this morning because he pulled one of his lines part way out and the fluid went into his neck, chest, face...he was all poofy. They removed the line and the fluid is shifting now but he had no neck for a couple hours this morning.

His new score is 30 so we're pretty high up on the list. Dr. Horslen came by and made his opinion pretty clear that at this point what we really need is a new liver. I'm trying to prepare myself mentally for making Mario go through another transplant surgery.

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

I have no doubt the strength of each of you will get you through this, and we're all here to help- whatever you need- until we get that sweet Mario smile back. Lots of love and hugs, Jennie

Scheri said...

Poor Mario. I wish there were something we could do for you all. Stay positive and strong. We are all praying for you and sending our love. Scheri

Teresa said...

Just think of all the stories you will have to tell him when he is older. Please let me know if there is anything we can do.

Anonymous said...

Sending our love and strength from my family to yours. Hang in there sister.

Michelle

Anonymous said...

P&I- Thanks for taking your time and keeping us so up to date, I just wish there was something we could do......positive thoughts from AZ.

ha/jc

Anonymous said...

All of our positive energy and love is directed to your family. What a tough little boy and what strong and loving parents he has (not to mention a pretty awsome big sister). My heart is with you. Sarah and Fam