The very busy staff forgot to tell us that Pete was back in ICU so all in all the surgery took about 1.5 hours and it was just as they thought. The area on the ride side of Pete's body where the lungs had adhered them self, was bleeding from the scraping needed to release them.
So they clotted that area and while they were inside any ways they took the opportunity to give the chest a saline cleaning. That can only be a good thing :)
They also have said that Pete is oxygenating very well.
The children came this morning and when we went into the ICU the monitors became just a bit more active. A good sign. Pete even managed to open his eyes and move his feet.......and then proceeded to fall asleep again. We think......maybe he was still able to hear us.
Right now he is having a bronchial scope done to check and clean the lungs.
Pete's brother John and his wife Yvonne spent the morning with us too........thanks!
Praise God from whom all blessings flow.
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ReplyDeleteTell Pete 'Yello" from Kathleen. It all sounds pretty positive to me. Keep up the toe wiggling. Kathleen
ReplyDeleteGood news. You've all been on my mind. Henry and Marie.
ReplyDeletemany thoughts and prayers being sent your way! kevin & sherry vg
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for taking the time to let us know how Pete is doing. We have been thinking about him all day. We thanks God that all things have gone well so far and we pray that they will continue to do so. If you need anything please let us know. Adrian and Jacqueline
ReplyDeleteGood news and wonderful to hear it was just some minor 'house cleaning'. We pray now for a positive and quick recovery. B&A
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers are with you all.May Gods hands nurture and heal Pete in his journey to recovery.
ReplyDeleteSo thankful. Dick and Alida and all the kids who are here.
ReplyDeleteSo true! Praise God from whom all blessings flow! Continued prayers and love,
ReplyDeleteHenk and Janice
Yes, Praise God! It is fantastic that all things are going so good. Will continue to pray for healing.
ReplyDeleteThis major surgery over with. What a relief. I know, long ways to go, but one step at a time. God is being praised and thanked all over Canada, heh! It will be wonderful when Pete can take a deep breath again. As pete is being taken care of, Marg, you must take care of yourself, in as much as you are able.
ReplyDeleteDon't know if Pete would remember me, but I grew up with him in ON. Only just now heard about your difficult journey together during the last year. I'm very glad he is through the surgery, and will pray for his recovery, so that he can be restored to a better quality life for you, Margaret, and for your family. You can be assured of God's love and tireless care for us. He sends trials so that we can trust Him, draw close to Him and rest in Him. Go with God. Thea (Bremer) Heyink.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update! We're thankful Uncle Pete was able to have the surgery completed, and we'll be praying for a speedy and full recovery.
ReplyDeleteWonderful to read this latest update. We will continue to pray that all continues to go well and that he may have full strength and health restored, with God's blessing. Love from Norman, Diane and family
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord. We have been lifting you all up in prayer since receiving these updates, and are so amazed at how fast this all went. What a whirlwind this must be for everyone. We are so thankful the doctors could resolve the complications and that Uncle Peter is responding to the treatments. We will continue to pray for his recovery and the patience he will need as he adjusts to this all and to the future ahead. God is faithful and good. Sending all our love your way. Hugs
ReplyDeleteDear Pete/Marg and family. So thankful to hear that Pete's surgery went well...praise God....thanks for the updates. Wishing Pete much strength, healing and patience during this recovery period. It is amazing just seeing him two short weeks ago at Gary's and that there was no idea that this would happen so soon. Praying for you all as you go through this....praise God for his continuing care over you as well! Sending hugs with love: Ben & Anita
ReplyDeleteThanks for the updates. We are so thankful to hear the progress that has happened the last couple days. It is our prayer that the Lord will grant Pete a full and complete recovery with with the patience and strength required and Margaret and the children the patience and strength to support needed. God is indeed good! Praise Him! Harry P.
ReplyDeletePraise God from whom all blessings flow! Praying that all continues to go well.
ReplyDeleteThankful to hear that Pete was so quickly able to receive a new set of lungs and that both his surgeries went well and were successful. Praying for a full recovery. God's blessings in the upcoming weeks and months.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the results so far. Along with all the others, we've been praying for you too and will continue to do so. All the best!
ReplyDeleteJason and Ardis