JBT is confident with his decision to repair HER valve and not use a cow valve. The aortic root was replaced as planned and the repair of her valve will give her 20-40 years before needing another surgery as opposed to the 15-20 a cow vavle would have.
The plan is to wake her up slowly and have her extubated by tonight. Her drains will start to come out in the morning and she can be up in a chair then. Depending on how she does she will leave the ICU and go to a regular cardiac floor.
The relief is almost overwhelming. Can't wait to see her eyes and hear her voice. Let the recovery process begin!
Glad to hear you made it through surgery and are doing good. Keep it up Deanna, prayers are with you. Love you <3
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