(Celeste, again...)
So far, everything I have heard regarding Carissa's post-surgical condition has been good. They were in the process of moving her to her room around dinner time this evening after having several post-surgical infusions (potassium and I'm not sure what else).
When I spoke with Mom around dinner time, she had only seen Carissa for a few minutes in a hallway. She said that her color looked good and overall she seemed about as well as could be expected at this point. While Kareem was able to place the j-tube, Carissa is not quite done being a "Scantephant". She still has an NJ (or NG, we're not sure which) tube. This is a new one that was placed while Carissa was sedated and Mom says it is a bit larger than what she's had for the last few months. We suspect that the purpose of this one is primarily drainage for the next few days, as has been typical following other surgeries she has ha in the past. Dr. Kareem said that he plans to begin feedings through the j-tube in a few days.
The great news is that Carissa is not having to go to the TICU! They are moving her to 11 North (we suspect 12 North is full) which is another floor dedicated to transplant patients. She will be so much happier there and it makes visiting much easier for Mom and Dad.
I suspect that Carissa will not be up for other visitors for a few days. So, if you are in the Pittsburgh area, please make sure you call and check before dropping by for a visit.
As there are details worth updating, we will make sure we post them here! Continue to pray for Carissa and for her protection from post-surgical complications, especially infection. Thank you so much!
Thank you Celeste, for keeping us all informed throughout the day yesterday. I'm so glad I was able to get her at the station and to the hospital...we all do our part for each other in this transplant land journey.
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