Maddie in 3D
Veiny, belly button-less tummy
Side view
Today we met with our pediatric urologist, Dr. J, for our first consultation at Texas Children's Hospital. He was recommended by Dr. R because, a. He is really conservative in his approach to surgery, and b. He's a great doctor with exceptional 'people skills'. In his opinion, Maddie's kidney will most likely require surgical correction preceded by:
Post natal antibiotics (to avoid a risk of any urinary tract infections)
Abdominal ultrasound within 48 hours of delivery
Catheter placement and a scan with contrast dye (to help evaluate the function of both kidneys and to pinpoint the obstruction)
So, still relatively good news as far as salvaging her little kidney. I'm not too hot about such a tiny little thing going under anesthesia for a surgical procedure, but I'm trying not to think about it for now. I am just thankful that this is what we have on our plates and not a heart or brain issue. It makes me happy that this is a fixable problem. It's so weird to think that she will probably be here next month. Next MONTH!! It will be strange not to feel her kicking and punching and hiccuping and twisting (painfully) around in my belly...
XOXO
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