It has been a while since anything was posted. Sorry about that. Things have been a bit interesting around here. Kris didn't qualify for the Jarvic 2000 due to his previous open heart surgery and also the Jarvis is hooked to the descending aorta which is too far from the artificial valve and blood clots could form. He has two choices. Maintain status quo, which isn't working, or get the Heartmate II pump. He has decided on the HeartMate II. It is put on the ascending aorta, which solves the blood clot issue. They will still not open up his sternum, but put it under the ribcage to the left ventricle, and then cut on the upper right of his chest and carve a path to the aorta. Sounds like lots of fun, huh?lol. The surgeon said he has done it before Kris' surgery. The surgery will be at least 6 hours, so stress will be high for all involved.
Kris will be admitted on Tuesday September 21 for tests and the surgery will be September 23. Recovery will be at least three weeks up to 6 weeks in hospital. He will be in Utah for about two months. Many thanks to his mom for her willingness to care for him after he is discharged.
There will be a fast for him on Tuesday the 21st. Please join in if possible. Also, please pray for him. The prayers are felt.
We love you all.
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