Today's news calls for an early post.
Lyn went in early this morning to be with Walter while Jessica went to work. She called with wonderful news! First, the doctors have decided to remove the EVD. Second, Walter will not need a shunt. Dad said last night that the possible need for a shunt was foremost in his concerns. With those decisions made, the hospital plans to move Walter, perhaps today, to another floor of the hospital. We don't know yet if he's moving to what I believe is called "intermediate ICU" or to a regular room. In any event, out of critical care ICU. I recall that the lead doctors earlier said that he would want Walter to say in the hospital for a day or two after the EVD was removed to give them time to run another scan and make sure one last time that the ventricles continue to be OK. Assuming that all that progresses as hoped, then it is possible that Walter will transfer to Shepherds by the end of this week.
"They call it Monday morning, but Tuesday's just as bad . . . . " Not this week, thank God!
Hallelujah! Every day I smile learning of Walter's amazing progress. Please tell him how much we are thinking of him and praying for a full recovery. We're also thankful for his loving family who I'm certain gives him strength every hour of every day.
ReplyDeleteIn line with what the one optimistic doctor predicted, I want to be walking with Walter next year -- towards the first tee.
With love and prayers!
the Bakers