12.4.17 Wound VAC13

Aimee is stable and back with us. The procedure took longer than expected due to her vein seizing during the process. The catheter is now in place in the upper artery running from her right bicep area to just outside her heart. They have already started nutrition called TPN through the new line. They also placed a new peripheral IV for giving meds in a new spot.

There are a few plans in place. Step one will be doing a contrast study on her upper GI track. This should be done in the AM. More med plans for tomorrow, but they first want to ensure that no mechanical changes were caused by her change in shape from the spine surgery. For tonight, they want another enima done. They also added a bigger reflux med given through the IV, as well as, anti-nausea meds. 

On a positive note, we had a special visit from our big boys, Caleb and Elliot. It was heartbreaking and wonderful to be with them. Caleb is turning 6 in just a week. We are praying that Aimee will make it home in time, though at this point, it appears unlikely.