Cindy's Heart Valve Journal

Your Prayers Are Needed

May 12, 2012

Hello everyone, it's Lori (Cindy's sister-n-law). We have some very sad news to share. As you might have known, Cindy was expected to be discharged yesterday. However, she suffered some complications. At approximately 11:30 pm Thursday night it appears she suffered a severe heart attack and was in critical condition in ICU. She under went 2 surgeries and her condition never improved. At 12:15 am today, while surrounded by her family, Cindy left us to be with her Lord. Love never dies and her love will live on in our hearts. We will miss her very much.

I'm back!!!!

May 9, 2012

Hi everyone it's me, so hard to believe just 2 days ago I had OHS, the first 2 days have been hard but today i'm sitting up and took my first walk, it felt good. Thank you all for your prayers, kind words. My family has been wonderful I can not think my beautiful husband enough he has been by my side this whole time. I love you so much honey!!!!

I'll write more later, thank you all and Selma good luck my prayers are with you this Friday you can do this!!!

PostOp day 2 , 10:30pm

May 8, 2012

Hi everyone this is Cindy's husband, Peter.

Well day two is coming to a close and we couldn't be happier with how well Cindy is doing.
The doctor came in around 6pm and talked to us. He said everything was looking good. He told the nurses to take out the catheter and pickline. He explained to us how he corrected her coronary artery abnormality after performing the Ross. He even drew us pictures to illustrate what he was talking about.

She is still in ICU but only because there were no open rooms to move her too. The nurse says they expect to have her in a room around midnight.

She has been sitting up in a recliner and performed some minor exercises with the physical therapist.
She is still in a lot of discomfort and pain but it's great to see her little by little become more lively and alert.

Thanks for all the kind words and wishes.

Update

May 7, 2012

Hello All,
This is Peter, Cindys husband. I just wanted to update you all on Cindys progress. She is doing well. The doctor said the surgery went smoothly and they even corrected some coronary arteries. She is coming in and out of anesthesia but is responsive to us. Thank you all for your prayers and posts. Cindy and all of us truly appreciate it. We will keep you updated.

-Peter