To those affected by a heart defect:

Surgery Finished!

December 15, 2006 at 6:35 pm by Uncle Justin

We’ve received an important update from Riley. Jeremey says that Haven’s open-heart surgery is finished. The surgery consisted of placing Haven on a heart machine, placing a stint in the hole in her heart to keep it open, and then placing an additional tunnel in the aorta in order to direct blood to the lungs for oxygenation. Finally, they take Haven off of the heart machine and see how she does.

Right now Haven is in critical condition and her heart is being assisted as she has just been through a very strenuous surgery. The next 8 hours are crucial in seeing how Haven will recover.

Please keep watch for more updates.
Your encouraging comments are appreciated by all.

Uncle Justin

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7 Responses

  1. Natalie Says:

    I’m so glad Haven’s surgery went well. I will be thinking and praying for all of you. Love you.

  2. Keegan Says:

    i am one of kevin’s student’s from tekonsha michigan congrats on the surgery and the baby. I hope kevin’s surgery goes well on monday we will miss him at school.

  3. G. Grandma M. Says:

    Glad to hear that surgery is over with,just want you to know that Im still praying for Little Haven. Hang in there stay strong.
    Love, Grandma M.

  4. Mike & Marcia Says:

    We are grateful that the surgery went so well. May God touch her little body in a way that she will heal quickly.
    Praying that you will get some well needed rest tonight.
    God Bless.

  5. Tammy Says:

    Hey Guys Glad to hear the surgery is over , I can only imagine, if that how long your day has been.You all have been in our hearts, thoughts and most of all, prayers. Haven is a strong little Baby Girl. We are so thankful for this website and being updated, FANTASTIC idea. I will let you go for now,continue to be strong and we are there for you three. Much Luv Tam :-}

  6. Great Grandma Dyke Says:

    We are all very thankful that the surgery is over and that all is well. We wish for a restful night for all and Gods blessings as well.

  7. Lee Vander Lugt Says:

    PRAISE for answered prayer! God is in control. Jeremy and Allison we love you and in the Name of Jesus speak peace over you and Haven. Jeremiah 29:11 says “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.”
    Rest in His promises tonight!

    j

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