Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Allan had his echo, and now we are waiting to be discharged. We have to stop by the cardiologist's office to pick up the event monitor. We will follow up with Dr Ali in a month. Thank you for keeping up with us and for keeping us in your prayers.

Tuesday evening

Well, our uneventful procedure day took an eventful turn this afternoon. Allan got up to use the bathroom once he was allowed, and he nearly passed out. He had to get back to bed via wheelchair and several nurses. That prompted a call to his surgeon who placed him back on bedrest. Allan's heart rate dropped to the mid 30's during his trip to the bathroom. Dr Ali came by about 90 minutes later to talk to Allan. Dr Ali thinks Allan has a conduction problem; he had an episode before and during the procedure that provided the evidence to Dr Ali. Allan will have an echocardiogram before we leave tomorrow, and once discharged, we will have to swing by Dr Ali's office to pick up an event monitor. Allan gets to wear this new fancy piece of jewelry for 30 days, less time if something shows up before the 30 day period. Dr Ali said it isn't quite as bulky as the Holter monitor. And the worst part for Allan; NO alcohol during this time!!! Yes, he has been pouting since he heard this part.
So, nothing like stirring up a little excitement at the hospital!! I questioned two cardiologists about the possibility of a conduction problem following the stroke, but was assured that it was not his problem. I guess wife's intuition doesn't count for much. Oh well, at least someone is assessing it now. Keep Allan in your prayers! More tomorrow as we learn more.

Tuesday 11:00

Allan is out of the procedure and doing great. Dr Ali said that the closure "went better than good". We do have to spend the night for observation. I certainly feel better about him staying here tonight! Thank you for your prayers and concern.

Tuesday, mid-morning

Allan was taken back for his procedure around 9:40. The nurse said it would take a few hours from prep to end of the closure. I'll continue to update as I hear something

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

We are here at Plaza Medical Center, waiting to check in. I love how you have to "hurry up and wait" for day surgery. Today is the big day to have the PFO closed in Allan's heart. The procedure is supposed to start around 9 am, so I will update the blog as the day goes on. Thank you for all of your prayers!
And, happy birthday ACE!!!