Wednesday, August 6, 2008
11 a.m.
Terry looks much better this morning. Much of his swelling is gone and he can open his eyes and talk. But, the pain medication is so strong that he can barely form a clear thought. He stared right through me this morning, said hi, started chuckling, then fell right back asleep. The dialysis and the pain killers seem to be doing their job:-) Your prayers are working. Thanks!
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What Happened?
On Saturday, August 2, at approximately 11:30 a.m. Terry McDowell was involved in a head-on collision on Ormond Road in White Lake Township, MI.
An unknown young-adult fell asleep at the wheel, crossed over into the opposite lane, and struck Terry's van head-on. Police are still investigating.
Paramedics rushed Terry via helicopter to Beaumont Medical Center's Trauma Unit. He is in stable, but critical, condition and is currently in the Intensive Care Unit.
From what we know, there is no damage to the spinal cord or brain. He will undergo more X-rays and scans today to determine if there are further injuries. His injuries, as of Sunday, Aug 3 at 10:00 a.m. include:
> Broken right femur
> A compound fracture in his left femur
> A broken tibia
> A shattered ankle
> Slight cut to his liver
> Dissected aorta
> Fractured pelvis
> Unknown back injury
> Three broken ribs
Terry underwent 11 hours of surgery on Saturday evening. The first surgery was cardiac surgery to repair the damage to his torn, or dissected, aorta. They performed non-invasive heart surgery and used a stent to repair the aorta. The surgery was completed without complications.
The second surgery was orthopedic surgery to repair his broken bones. He came out of surgery strong, but remains in critical condition due to the complications that could arise from heart surgery and a compound fracture of the Femur.
He is expected to remain in the ICU for at least 48 hours.
An unknown young-adult fell asleep at the wheel, crossed over into the opposite lane, and struck Terry's van head-on. Police are still investigating.
Paramedics rushed Terry via helicopter to Beaumont Medical Center's Trauma Unit. He is in stable, but critical, condition and is currently in the Intensive Care Unit.
From what we know, there is no damage to the spinal cord or brain. He will undergo more X-rays and scans today to determine if there are further injuries. His injuries, as of Sunday, Aug 3 at 10:00 a.m. include:
> Broken right femur
> A compound fracture in his left femur
> A broken tibia
> A shattered ankle
> Slight cut to his liver
> Dissected aorta
> Fractured pelvis
> Unknown back injury
> Three broken ribs
Terry underwent 11 hours of surgery on Saturday evening. The first surgery was cardiac surgery to repair the damage to his torn, or dissected, aorta. They performed non-invasive heart surgery and used a stent to repair the aorta. The surgery was completed without complications.
The second surgery was orthopedic surgery to repair his broken bones. He came out of surgery strong, but remains in critical condition due to the complications that could arise from heart surgery and a compound fracture of the Femur.
He is expected to remain in the ICU for at least 48 hours.
13 comments:
Thank you so much for keeping us posted!!! I look here every hour hoping to see good news and you delivered! Please give Terry, Dana and the kids hugs from all of us hoping, praying and watching!
Thank you soooo much!!
Go Terry Go!!!!
:)
Kooz
It's GREAT to hear Terry is improving! Keep up the good work. We're all rooting for you!
Coop
Good to hear Terry is doing even better today! Good to know the treatment and meds are working.
Still praying for you and your family.
God Bless and take care!
Tony (ADE)
keep posting the good news.
Likewise i check for update's all day long.
Larry
RC nut
That's great to hear!!! Keep up the good work terry!!
Smalls
That is great news. I can hear that chuckle like I was there. Can't wait to see him.
Keep improving Terry! We love ya!
Love,
Mike, Shannon, Toby, and Tyler
He must be like a Timex watch... takes a licking and keeps on ticking! :) Nothing can keep Donkey Kong down! I wonder if Terry remembers that's what we used to call him (oh about 20 years ago). The whole family is in my prayers.
Kim (Williams)
We are so glad to hear that Terry is doing better. You are all in our thoughts!!
Dakotah, Doug, & Nancy
Hay Terry. Keep up the good work. Before you know it we'll be up north fishing and hunting . Your on my mind 24/7. Love ya Brother.
Be nice to the Doc's and nurses.
sounds great we will keep you in our prayers terry and family thanks for the updates.....the mcdonald family
Love INC has been praying loud and clear!
Dana,
Be lifted in your faith, remember your "sighn" from yesterday!!! we are believing with you and praying for all of you!
Michelle.
terry if anybody in this world can get through this it is you. you will be barbequin back straps before you know it - JED
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