The Shunt

Just wanted to update you all on Amelia's surgery. On Tuesday morning we went in, and Amelia's surgery started at noon. Of course we weren't in there with her so we waited in the waiting room. The surgery didn't take very long. Dr. Elton was in there with her for one hour and came out with the good news...the surgery went well. He said she was a trooper and took the anesthisia very well. The surgery was the "easy" part he said. Easy for someone who operates on the brain all the time I suppose!! Anyway, we stayed overnight at the hospital so they could monitor her (a rough night might I say...she was in some discomfort, of course). And they discharged us the next day. Since her surgery, she's been a bit fussy, but who wouldn't be :) The tylenol does the trick. So, Amelia has a small incision on the back of her head and one in her belly. Our only real concern now is the risk of infection. So please still keep Amelia in your prayers. And of course, keep checking our blog for more updates :) Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!!