The TEE test found that there is basically a hole in Mike's heart that has been there since birth. The problem, as I understand it, is with the atrial septum. The atrial septum is the wall between the left and right atrium of the heart. His septum has a hole in it and apparently that's where the clot originated. At this point they've decided to do surgery to repair the hole using an umbrella procedure. Because Hendrick would have to open him up to do this procedure, they have decided to transfer him to a larger hospital. We do not know where are this point.
It's good to know the cause of the problem, now we just have to get it fixed. No doubt, Mike will be anxious to go under the knife, so please remember him in your prayers today. The family is doing pretty good, considering all. Mom and Becky are exhausted because they've been up at the hospital continuously. Pray for their strength and that the Lord would give them rest in Him. We are all tired. The Lord has been working overtime on our family this week and it's been good. I've always heard how circumstances like this bring families together and I have definitely seen that this week in a most personal way. John 15 is the story of the vine and the branches. Personally, I feel the Lord has pruned a few branches in my life and made me more able (and willing) to bear good fruit. It's been a difficult but necessary process.
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i'm friends with blake. just wanted to let you know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. praise the Lord for His work in and through all situations.
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