Doctor's just came out to tell us that Terry made it through surgery as planned. His heart is repaired and they are moving him back to the ICU. We should be able to see him in a few hours. Everything went exactly as the doctor's planned. He will be on a ventilator for a day or two to keep his lungs clear. According to the nurse practitioner, most patients are out of the hospital in 2-4 days after this type of surgery. Of course, Terry has other injuries which will keep him in the hospital/rehab for a while longer.
Thanks for all your prayers! Go Terry. We love you!
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
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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.
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8 comments:
FANTASTIC!!!! That is so great to hear Terry! Let's get you ready to go home and continue that rehab.
The Powers Family
Terry,
I told you that being stubborn and bullheaded would pay off. Now keep up the good work and believe me there will be plenty, but youve got the grit to do it.
In our thoughts
Uncle John and Aunt Cathy
WooHooo!!!!!
That a boy!!!!!
Get-r-done!!!!!
HeeHee
Kooz
:)
You are so awesome. We love you sooooo much. I am so happy at your progress!
Much Love,
Gerilynn and jake and ron
That's awesome news! Like I said....Dude is a fighter. Terry Hang in there and lets hope its all rehab from this point.
In our Prayers.
Tony (ADE) and Family
Hi Traci:
We are so happy to hear the good news about the surgery. Our positive thoughts are going out to you and your family during this time. We love you very much and please give us a call if you need us for anything. We will absolutely be there next Friday for Terry's benefit dinner.
Millions of Hugs & Kisses to you and your family!
LOVE ~ Kit, Kelly & Sue
I couldn't have started my day with better news! What a relief!
Hang in there Terry!
Mikey P
I'm glad everything is getting better... Tell Terry he's in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank & Melinda Tappen
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