Apparently her trachea was off of midline, so they put in a smaller size than normal for her age/size. She also had a different presentation in that her trachea did not have rings like a normal trachea. The surgeon felt that this is a genetic abnormality, but should not affect the care. She will be mostly sedated and on pain meds for a couple days. By Friday they will be able to do her first trach change. She will remain in the ICU for now.
While she was in the OR the general surgery team opened up part of her abdominal incision. There was some infection. They cleaned it out, took cultures, and packed the wound. This would most likely explain the fevers she has been having throughout the week. Her belly looks softer, but we expect that her gut will stay slow with sedation for now. She will continue to be fed via TPN and to have her stomach drained/suctioned.
FYI: Aimee was moved to Forest 5 room 201. Still ICU.
Sending all my love with this new challenge in your lives, hoping it eases her respiratory distress. Big hugs :)
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