Tyler went into surgery around 4:30 this afternoon and came out a little past 8:00. He lost quite a bit of blood, but they were prepared to give him a transfusion. His doctor was optimistic and positive when she came to tell the family about the operation.
I was running on 10 minutes of sleep in 36 hours so I didn't really understand everything but basically Tyler has a rod spanning his left femur, which will stop the growth from that plate... but his other leg was a bit shorter so their hope is that his legs will even out. They drilled a hole into his right knee cap and sutchered it back together, holding it in place permanently. Recovery will be about 4-6 weeks of only putting weight on it when getting in his chair and out of his chair. Then he'll start therapy.
The outcome was much better than we had all been expecting and we're so grateful to our Lord and Savior for keeping him safe through the operation and holding him through this whole experience. He's back in his hospital room, where he will be for the next few days, but our hope and prayer is that he will be well enough to come home sooner than they expect. :)
He's a little fighter so we're optimistic. That kid is the strongest kid I know, with such a big heart. Our prayers are with you, Tyler, && may His Angels Guard you as you sleep tonight. :)
Thank you everyone for your prayers, they are greatly appreciated from all. Please continue to pray for Tyler and his family during this recovery time.
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