Tuesday, 28 Sep 2004 ( 8 pm ):
Gabriella is doing well and the outlook for her continued progress remains positive. However, there have been a few small setbacks.
On Sunday morning they removed GG’s breathing tube. Analysis of her arterial blood gases immediately after the “extubation” procedure indicated her respiratory system was not quiet ready to handle the load.
They reinserted her breathing tube after less than an hour and GG quickly stabilized and regained her happy personality. Later that same day, the arterial catheter in GG’s right wrist became unusable and it was removed.
Since access to arterial blood was still a priority, the doctors tried for several hours to reinsert an arterial catheter – unfortunately, they were unsuccessful. Luckily, little GG was fully sedated throughout the procedures.
On Monday, GG rested and regained her strength and vitality. Today GG has been as pink as a rose and very lively.
The surgeons just (7 pm) successfully completed a surgical procedure in which they insert an arterial catheter in GG’s lower leg. As such, Gabriella is now ready for her second attempt to come off of the ventilator – which should happen tomorrow morning. Details to follow…
Thank you for your prayers.