"Viviana's Second Surgery"

06/26/2002

I just got word that BabyViviana is going in for another surgery. Since she was placed back on the (high speed) jet ventilator yesterday, her blood chemistry is changing. She's not able to get rid of the CO2 (carbon dioxide) quickly enough. There is also concern that the cyst in her right lung is expanding. The doctors feel that there is no choice but to try and remove the cyst. This is a very complicated and delicate procedure because of her size and condition. The surgery will take about 3 hours.

Viviana is one week old and this is her second surgery in 72 hours. The prognosis is hopeful but not good. Sunni and Geoff have been told to prepare themselves for anything.

Please pray. I don't care to whom or what. Sacrifice a chicken, scream into the sky or bow your head just please send as much positive energy as you can to Viviana Jean in Georgetown Hospital.

I have also been asked that nobody try and contact them. This is an incrediblely stressful and trying time for Sunni and Geoff. At the core, they are very private people. While they appreciate all the love and concern more than they can express; they feel that they need all of their energy to support Viviana.

They will contact someone when they have something to report. If you question in your mind whether or not this applies to you, it does. Please respect their decision and their personal space. If you feel the need to express anything, feel free to email me at gareth@macdobhran.org and I will try to get the messages to the parents ASAP.

Thank you.

posted 2:00 PM