Chris got here at 6:15 am to check Mason in. I showed up around 8 am after dropping JJ off at daycare. Mason went into surgery around 8:30 and surgery started at 9:10 am. They skipped Versaid today (which makes Mason sleepy and groggy and less upset when wheeled into the O.R.) thinking it wasn't necessary with the child life specialist. She stated he struggled a little bit with the anesthesia gas but gave in after just a few deep breaths.
*Quick Rant*
K & M - Remember that Child Life Specialist from the first visit - the one that doesn't take a hint when you aren't interested in the conversation and talks in such a high squeal that you want to rip your eyeballs out? Well she's back. She came to give me an update in the waiting room and repeated herself like 3 times and I made it clear I understood the information and she just stood their awkwardly like I should have something else to ask her or say. Nope. Third time here. I'm an expert.
*Rant Over*
Mason's procedure was done about 11:30. The neurosurgeon said there is a slightly higher risk of infection and believes he might have a slight seroma by the pump due to the scar tissue from before. Its important that we keep the binding on nice and tight all the time to reduce this liquid.
When we got up to PICU, Mason was quite fussy because he woke up with 3 strangers on him. They called down to the waiting room and said "Send up the parents right away" and we were able to calm him as soon as we got in the room with the Ipad. #shocker. He is resting comfortably now watching some shows on the Ipad.
Dr. Meilahn was in soon after as she was in the PICU anyway visiting another patient. She said that the O.R. was incredibly meticulous about everything they did today. If they would accidentally brush up against something they would change gloves. I'm hopeful they were extra extra careful and we can make this our last visit this summer!
I've included a picture and a short video of what Mason is up to. Right after I finished taping him he giggled, so he must be doing ok. :)
