Tuesday, February 27, 2007

Removal of the PORT Catheter

Naomi had surgery today to remove the PORT catheter from her chest. I went with Naomi and Nina, her mom, to the hospital. We arrived at 7am, where the staff was waiting for us. The anesthesiologists offered Naomi a mask which had been imbued with a watermelon scent, so that she could be sedated without needle pricking. Naomi was very pleased with that. The doctors took Naomi into the OR and completed the procedure with no problems! Naomi slept for just under 30 minutes after the procedure. Nurses on staff took various measurements of Naomi's vital signs and granted their approval for her to be discharged. Naomi spent the rest of her day hanging out with me and her mom, full of the usual spunk and energy you'd expect from a healthy 4 year old. It was a beautiful sight!

Victoria

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