#9 - Surgery Update

Surgery is done! They were able to close her tummy all the way!!!! Our prayer was answered!! Thank you for all your prayers!! They are helping and working!  They took a look at the leg wounds. Cleaned out just a small amount of dead tissue, will do another clean out this weekend maybe Saturday or Sunday, then the plastic surgery team will take her to the OR on Monday to start the process of closing her leg wounds up. There was so much muscle damage from lack of blood flow for so long that they said it’s going to be a “process” meaning probably a few surgeries before they are done. 
Another miracle was that they were getting a little concerned about her kidneys and wanting them to be producing more urine. They did what they call and “kidney wash” - gave her a bunch of fluid and then followed up with a diuretic.  They said sometimes it works and it was worth giving it a shot. Well it worked!!! Way to go Sarah!!
Sarah tolerated the surgery very well. She is back in her room and very stable. They are keeping her pretty sedated so she can get lots of rest. Sleep well dear, Sarah. 
Thanks to Heavenly Father for the many, many blessings that we are being witnesses to because of the faith and prayers of so many.  We thank you from the bottom of our hearts!! 

Comments

  1. halliday6August 6, 2020 at 1:13 PM

    Such good news! I hope you can all rest up now. Our continued prayers are with your family!

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  2. Kim ChristensenAugust 6, 2020 at 1:25 PM

    Praying for Sarah everyday. Thank you for the updates.

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  3. Mackenzie Mountisne August 6, 2020 at 1:27 PM

    So grateful for all of the amazing things her body is accomplishing. She truly is a fighter and such an incredible example. I am in awe of the strength your family has exhibited through all of this. You guys are truly amazing. Thinking of you, always!

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  4. HeatherAugust 6, 2020 at 2:32 PM

    I can’t imagine what Sarah is going thru what a strong girl. I pray everyday for her and your family

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  5. UnknownAugust 6, 2020 at 3:59 PM

    So glad for the progress she is making. Any improvement no matter how small is such a sweet miracle. So many blessings. Continuing with our prayers for all of you!

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  6. Helping HaydenAugust 6, 2020 at 4:09 PM

    It has been so touching to hear my children pray for Sarah by name, and we don’t know her. But the spirit has touched us ALL and they can feel of her goodness and light. My the Lord continue to bless your sweet family! We will continue to pray for all of you!

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  7. Katie-OlsenAugust 6, 2020 at 4:53 PM

    So happy to hear the good news! I will continue to pray for Sarah!

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  8. ChalleneAugust 6, 2020 at 7:04 PM

    So great to hear! 💙💙💙

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  9. UnknownAugust 7, 2020 at 8:48 PM

    I have never met Sarah or your family but came across her story. I have prayed for her daily and have been so inspired by her sweet spirit. Thank u for sharing her story!! We continue to cheer u on.

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  10. GioAugust 7, 2020 at 8:58 PM

    So happy for the progress!!! Still praying for all of you☺️

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  11. Kathie AAugust 8, 2020 at 12:15 AM

    I am so thankful for your courage to share Sarah's journey. It brings tears to my eyes to know what a beautiful spirit she has. To read about her life before and have a glimpse of what challenges she will face I know she will have the strength to endure. You are a beautiful family. I hope that people who have had similar challenges will reach out to her when the time is right. Bless you all. Prayers continue.

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