Jackson had surgery this morning and it went well. He had two scopes put down his throat to look at his airway and his lungs and a surgeon placed a g tube in his tummy.
The scopes revealed that he is aspirating and something in his airway (I forget the name) has a deep groove in it, which may allow food and liquids into his airway. The recommendations are (1) to stop feeding by mouth and only use the g tube for now and (2) have another surgery to fix the groove, which may help close up a gap so that food and liquids don’t get into his airway.
Jackson was upset/ in pain after surgery but received pain meds and is now sleeping peacefully. His tummy gets to rest today and we will begin using the g tube tomorrow.
Overall, everything went well. However, it’s a little disheartening to learn that he’s been aspirating more than we thought; but I have to remember that we are doing these things to keep him healthy.
Pre-op belly pic:
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Tonight I googled “groove airway” and it led me here. https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/l/laryngeal-cleft
So your team up there at Children’s seems to be the lead in understanding this.
Good to hear. It would be funnier if Google returned pictures of a fun-loving, jamming airline.
God bless that little boy! What a warrior! Have to prep him for ravs and meatballs, God willing. Prayers and all good things to you guys.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I’m glad the surgery went well.
continued prayers for Jackson, and your Family, love Gina and Mario…
We are so thankful that Jackson’s surgery went well. These are adorable pictures. You guys are amazing people! Take care. Love you. Aunt Jane & Uncle George
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Praying that this brings Jackson some comfort, for peace for you and Josh, and for a speedy recovery!
Thinking of you. Hope everything is going ok. ((HUGS)).