Routine scanning done overnight showed bleeding between the skull and the brain. This is pressing on and crowding the brain. The doctors need to place a drain to relieve the swelling. To do this, Lalo needed to be separated from his "conjoined twin" (i.e., come off ECMO) and be taken off heparin (blood thinner) so he doesn't bleed too much from this procedure.
He seems to be doing a good job of "holding his own" off ECMO. He's on a respirator, but doing some of the work himself. His kidneys are also giving a good effort, with a little help from medication. Right now he doesn't need medication to keep his blood pressure up and his labs are good.
They did a CAT scan after he was taken off ECMO. This confirmed a large pool of blood and some darkened areas indicating injury. There is no way to know the ultimate impact of this. The newborn brain is in the best shape of any to adapt to any injuries, but a few prayers wouldn't go to waste here.
The effects of the blood thinner have decreased enough to place the drain, which should be done shortly.
We'll update when we have more info.
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10 comments:
Lots of prayers for Baby Lalo from New Mexioc. We love you so much Lalo John. You're in out thoughts and prayers. Lots of Love, Berna
We're praying for you all!
Praying hard for Baby Lalo and his family.
Jonathan and Kathy
We're keeping Lalo in our thoughts and prayers.
Lalo and Sarah, we are keeping our fingers crossed, love in our hearts and saying our prayers daily! Love you both.
Above comment was Rhett, Jill, Katie and Marisa!
We are praying for Baby Lalo's speedy recovery. You are in our thoughts tonight.
Ooooops. Guess I shouldn't have checked reality before I typed that date. Aunt Judy and Uncle Steve send their love and prayers.
Ellen
Double prayers for baby Lalo tonight!
Let’s go Baby Lalo, we’re praying for you baby. Love you! Lizzie
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