Saturday, October 22, 2011

Plumbing Problems

Today was pretty challenging with Carly's EVD's continuing to have obstruction issues. Neurosurgery had to come by to flush about 8 times in the night, and nearly every hour during the day. Even with the flushing, the EVD's did not function very well so the pressure in Carly's head was continually changing throughout the day was not comfortable for her at times. They have discontinued the irrigation for the night and Carly seems pretty comfortable so hopefully she has a good night's sleep. Neurosurgery will check the protein level in her CSF in the morning, and use that information to help decide what the next steps should be. Thanks for keeping Carly, Christa and I in your thoughts, we can feel the support and it makes a big difference.

Love, Brad

4 comments:

Meredith said...

I'm keeping you guys and your sweet Carly in my prayers. I'm hoping she has a better day today. It sounds like there's a great team caring for her, with her awesome parents always at her side.

Jenny said...

Thank you so much for keeping us posted. It sounds like no one has had much sleep for several days. We hope that Carly has a better day and that the protein mystery can be solved.Sending lots of love from Michigan!

Becca Wright said...

Hey everyone, hoping you got some rest last night, Sounds as if it's been a particularly challenging stay . We're sending good vibes and hoping this recent stay will help move you all towards the next phase of solving for the ongoing obstruction. Hang in there. XO

Tooley said...

Thinking of you guys. We hope tonight is more restful for you all. -MnM