Cassie continued to remain stable and got around 6 hours of rest last night. She is continuing to get more rest as her pain management is currently under control. She still has a large amount of fluid in her body that needs to be removed before extubation can be considered. However the ICU team is unable to begin fluid removal medication until they are able to reduce her reliance on blood pressure medications. Her left leg continues to be a concern to the medical staff and they are continuing to consider the need of amputation or skin grafts.
A pathology report confirmed that Cassie’s previous heart suffered from medium vessel vasculitis, which they believe could be a contributing factor to her original heart failure and the cause of the left leg compartment syndrome. However, more pathology testing is required to confirm if this continues to affect the rest of her body. Vasculitis is an autoimmune disease that will be treated with the same medication that she must take post-transplant. Rheumatology will come and visit her today to determine if any further steps need to be taken to address the vasculitis.
The ICU team goals of the day are to reduce her blood pressure medication and temporarily turning off the ventilation to allow her to breathe on her own.
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22 responses to “Cassie’s Journey – April 26th”
Cassie we are thinking of you and praying continually for your recovery. You and your family are in our thoughts………..sending prayers and love from Florida
Our throughs and prayers are with you all!
Sending healing prayers and blessings to Cassie!
Prayers are continuing for you, your family and medical staff. Tomorrow is Divine Mercy Sunday; we’ll pray for God’s healing strength and grace for you, Cassie. Keep fighting! We love you!
Cassie, we’re sending many prayers for your strength, healing, and recovery.
Hi Cassie,
I’ll send a lake report every few days. It’s sunny out and I wish I could send you a sunset picture but I’m not as good as you with the computer. While it’s sunny it is also cold because of the North wind. So you aren’t missing too much. You wouldn’t be sitting out sipping your wine quite yet. Keep getting better and by that time you will be able to enjoy the warm sun and take a nap on your deck. Until next time. 😘
You are most certainly in our thoughts, Cassie.
Your Michigan neighbors, Dave and Mickey Angle
You are most certainly in our thoughts, Cassie.
Your lake neighbors.
Hi Cassie,
You are in my prayers everyday. You’re so strong – keep fighting! Your boys and family are in my boys thoughts and prayers ❤️
Keep fighting and believing. You and your family are amazing. Prayers for strength and healing!
Praying everyday…I have no words…just Hope. If there is anything we can do from Texas just let us know.
Continued prayers. We will all continue to believe there is light at the end of this tunnel. Sending you big hugs🙏❤️
You’re unstoppable Cassie! So proud of you! We won’t stop praying for you and your family. You are in my thoughts every minute of the day. Love you so much!
Hi Cassie!!! I spoke with a friend from Columbus today and she said several members of her family mentioned praying for you….I think all of Findlay is praying.
I know you’ve always been a strong athlete…..no doubt you’re winning this because of your strength and the Army God sent to march with you!!!! Great job, Friend!!!
All of VB is in awe!!!!❤️Love, Meg
Cassie, We are sending our continued thoughts and prayers for your healing and your family for their strength. May God continue to be with you and help you recover completely. Blessings and prayers. Tracy, Mike, and Adam August
Continued prayers for a speedy recovery. Stay strong Cassie
🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻
So proud of all the work you have done Cassie. Thinking of you and praying for a great trial off the ventilator and continued healing of your leg.
We continue to pray … asking for strength, wisdom and healing. ♥️🙏
Continued prayers lifted up daily for your strength and healing, Cassie. ❤️
Cassie, you are admired and loved by a cast of thousands! You are surrounded by such a amazing medical team and prayer warriors everywhere. We are all so proud of you. You continue to teach us….much love and respect.
I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.Philippians 4:13
Cassie, prayers for strength and healing.
Continuing to pray for strength and guidance for the physicians as they care for Cassie! Thinking of all of you and praying 🙏🏼♥️