Surgery #2

"Operating on a child that looks this good is always a difficult decision to make".

We are big fans of Dr. Sandberg. He's been Kyle's surgeon since before he was born and has always been straightforward and honest with us. So when he told us that the decision to operate again was a difficult one but that the risk of waiting now outweighed the risk of a second operation, we knew it was time. It was a hard choice to make but we believe that it is the right one. 

Kyle's second surgery has been tentatively scheduled for early Friday afternoon. His MRI on Tuesday showed more cyst growth and enlarged ventricles (the fluid filled spaces in the brain). The goal of this surgery is to better connect the cyst(s) to the ventricular system of the brain and to coagulate parts of the choroid plexus- the part of the brain that produces spinal fluid- so that he doesn't produce as much fluid. The surgery is very similar to his first. It will be endoscopic and preformed through a small burr hole in the back of his skull. His recovery time in the hospital should be a brief one or two night PICU stay and we are hopeful his recovery will be swift and complete. 

Please pray for the following-

* That the surgery is successful and eliminates the need for a shunt.

* Kyle's medical team. Specifically rest and steady hands for his surgeon. 

* That Kyle's discomfort is minimal and that he recovers quickly and completely. 

* Zero post-op complications. Pray for zero infections and against a subdural effusion/hemorrhage. 

Thank you!!!!

17 Evening, morning and noon
    I cry out in distress,
    and he hears my voice.

Psalm 55:17