Cassie continued to remain stable overnight and was able to get 5 hours of rest. Cassie went into the OR at 1:30 PM today to address the wounds remaining from the fasciotomy on her left leg. Unfortunately her left leg has not continued the progression that gave the doctor’s optimism on 4/23. Her blood flow past the ankle of her left leg has greatly reduced. The vascular doctors were unable to close the remaining two wounds on her lower leg and had to reopen a wound on her thigh to confirm there is no infection. The vascular team confirmed that none of her wounds are infected and plan to perform a bedside dressing change on Monday. The spyware equipment used during today’s procedure continued to show functionality in her left leg muscles. However, the skin in her lower left leg was not showing functionality and may require a skin graft.
On top of this, Cassie has had preliminary tests identify that she most likely is suffering from Vasculitis. Vasculitis is a condition where blood vessels throughout the body become inflamed. At this time, Vasculitis does not pose a serious risk to her but must be addressed with medication over the coming days. A Rheumatologist will evaluate her on Monday to decide how to best address her Vasculitis.
While this has not been her most positive day in terms of recovery, the doctors have confirmed that her new heart continues to function well and is working independently of any machinery. Cassie will continue to fight through any adversity on her path to recovery. The family asks for continual thoughts and prayers as she looks to tackle the next challenge in this lengthy process.
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36 responses to “Cassie’s Journey – April 25th”
Prayers continue! What started as one step forward, two steps back seems to have been turned into 2 steps forward, one step back. Small miracles are still miracles!
We are thankful for progress though there are new issues to conquer. Cassie and her family and her medical team are in our prayers. Wishing all rest and renewed strength.
What a beautiful picture of you and your mom, Cassie! Continued multiple prayers every day for positive healing. Holding you all in God’s hands
Continued prayers from the Deitrick’s!
Continued prayers for you cassie!! ❤🙏❤🙏❤
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Continued prayers for you cassie!! ❤🙏❤🙏❤
Keep fighting Cassie !!!
Beautiful photo of you and your mom! As soon as your well enough for visitors, I’m coming to see you! Until then, just know I’m cheering you on from the sidelines! You got this Cassie! Love You so much! Keep fighting!
The VanScoder family has kept you and your family in our prayers and will continue to do so ❤️🙏
We pray … and continue to pray. We trust God with this journey you are on as you face each day. Baby steps. So many people in our community are thinking of you, praying for you and lifting you in the presence of God’s favor. Blessings to you all. ♥️
Prayers and love coming to you and your dear family. Fight hard, Cassie.
Continual prayers for all of you!
May God lift the weariness you all must feel at this point!
You all are so loved!
Continued prayers for you and your family! Keep fighting Cassie ❤️ We really appreciate the updates. We are hoping for good news tomorrow! Stay strong 🙏🏻
Praying everyday🙏
Thinking of you all during this time, sending positive thoughts! ❤️
Praying for God’s best!
Prayers continue for you and your Family.
Kurt & Cassie – We continue to lift you all up in prayer. Cassie, you are amazing and such a fighter! Praying for your doctors and care team and that your family would feel the love and prayers of so many people❤️
Continuing to pray!
Continuing to pray for Cassie for strength and healing. She is one strong woman and she’s got this. I want to thank you for the daily updates, so we all can hear about Cassie’s progress. Love, hugs and good vibes to you all. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Continued prayers for Cassie, her medical team and all of you. Cassie you seriously have all of Findlay praying for you. Keep the fight and we will keep praying and fighting for you as well.
Cassie and Family,
We’re sending prayers of healing and positive thoughts to you all every day. Keep fighting fierce! 🙏
Keep fighting Cassie! You are strong and you have so many people praying for you! We will continue to pray for you all and the family! Sending hugs and prayers!
Cassie and family we send everything we have in strength and prayer to you all and know Cassie is a fighter and amazing human being who can overcome so much with the power and love of family, friends, and a community of tremendous support.
Thank you for these updates. Continued prayers for Cassie, the family, and her medical team. One day at a time. 🙏🏼
Continuing to send prayers for healing and strength during this difficult time
Praying for continued healing for Cassie 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 and strength for all the family ❤️
I continue to hold Cassie and her family close to my heart. May God bless each of you through this long and emotional journey. Sending prayers.
Continued prayers for our family to yours. Prayers for little and big reminders of God’s provision and protection. Big hugs to you all❤️
Our prayers continue for Cassie, her family and her medical team. May you have a positive day with rest for renewed strength.
Continuing to pray for Cassie and the family. Thanks for the updates. My grandson Aiden and Cooper Niederkohr (VB students 6th and 5th grade) ask about Mrs. Olrich often. They, as well as other students are thinking of her often.
Continued thoughts and prayers from the Wheeler family 🙏💕
Continuing to pray that each day brings some positive healing. It’s wonderful that the heart is working on its own. Stay strong and know that many are lifting all of you up in prayer.🙏❤️
Kurt and Cassie: Charissa, Nate, Jackson, Seth, and I are praying for you all everyday. We have Cassie on the prayer list at our church so another 1000 people praying and rooting for you to fight, overcome, and persevere.