Crewe Scheduled for Surgery Today

Crewe's ENT, Dr. Raines, got back into town today and saw him at the hospital.  After looking at Crewe and reviewing his MRI with several doctors, he suggested that Crewe undergo surgery for a tracheostomy prior to him receiving any injections.  A trach is the safest way to ensure an airway for the little guy as injections can cause swelling and bleeding that can compromise his airway.

It has been a hard 12 hours for us.  We had been hoping that we could avoid a trach for Crewe, but it seems like it is the best thing to do in his situation.  A tracheostomy is a surgically created opening in the neck leading directly to the trachea.  A trach means a lifestyle change for our family.  Chris and I will have to attend classes and "get certified" in caring for the trach.  Among other things, it will require regular suctioning and changing and cleaning the tube.

The trach procedure is scheduled for 10:30 am today and we will post an update as soon as we are able to.