Ela had no major issues overnight. Praise the Lord! Her chest is still open, she is still completely sedated, ventilator breathing for her, and on lots of medicines for all kinds of things. There are a few issues they are keeping a close eye on (such as her kidney function and some other things), but the one goal today was to make sure they could get enough fluid off for the surgeon to go in and close her chest. As long as nothing changes overnight, the plan is for her chest to be closed tomorrow (Sunday) morning. Getting that incision closed ASAP is important to minimize infection risk. However, it is also a big deal when they close it.
Pray for the surgeon and team tomorrow as they do this procedure. Pray that her heart and body respond well and that she will not re-bleed or have any complications from the closure.
We are thankful that her fever broke around 10 this morning. We are thankful that her heart function is looking good and she is stable. We are thankful for your prayers, love, and support. Thank you.
This heart gift is not taken for granted. Please remember the family and friends of the donor child in your prayers. We will forever be grateful that the family chose organ donation.
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We have been praying throughout the day for Ela to remain strong, and now we can pray specifically for tomorrow’s procedure. May God comfort you and hold you close during this time. He will honor this precious gift from the other family by protecting this heart and your sweet girl. Much love from WV.
So glad to get this update! Been thinking and praying for her all day!
So glad for a “calm” day. Praying that you get some good rest tonight.
There will be bumps in the road but God has those too! Prayers continued for Ela!l and your family .
Praying throughout the day. Thanks for the updates as you are able.
Praying constantly. Thank you for updates. Praying you can get rest.
Praise the Lord! Prayers continue
Thank you for the updates! We are grateful for the good benchmarks and continue to pray for the rest! <3
We prayed all night for Ela, you two and the donor family. Will continue to uphold these requests for your precious girl.