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Dear Nomads:
I have returned from Las Vegas. Itzel, her mom and Antonio are due to come back on Friday.
As reported by Antonio, the operation went very well. Dr. Rothman is pleased. The stent opened Itzel’s aorta from 2mm to 9mm. Dr. Rothman did not want
to go further for fear of rupturing the aorta. He would like to do a new procedure on Itzel in about 5 years when she is older and the aorta has fully
adjusted to the stent. At that time, he will enlarge the aorta to about 14mm.
Itzel’s body will now begin a serious adjustment as the reality of her body has changed dramatically. The blood pressure difference between her arms
and legs is already within the range expected. Her blood pressure in a resting state is already close to normal. It is when she is awake and active
that it is still a little high. She is taking medication to help her adjust. Itzel will quickly learn to accept that having a heart beating gently
and strongly is vastly superior to one that has been pounding.
Dr. Rothman confirmed that Itzel was running a tremendous risk of an aneurism. That threat along with a stroke, heart attack would have grown with
each passing year. Any complications from diet, a cold, flu or other disease could have proved fatal. Dr. Rothman believes that we caught this in
time, without Itzel incurring major permanent damage.
Below I will post some pictures that say it all...
Commitment gives its sincere thanks to Dr. Abraham Rothman for performing this operation. His entire staff was gracious, caring, helpful and
informative throughout the process. We also wish to thank Dra. Azucena Murillo from Hospital Del Prado. She did the initial examination that revealed
that Itzel could be saved. She and Dr. Rothman have worked together often.
Commitment also thanks all the donors who have come forward to help this lovely girl. Your thoughts and prayers have helped make a difference. A
special thanks to Antonio Munoz for asking Commitment to try and help.
Special wishes for a happy and fulfilling life to Itzel, her mother Isela and her entire family. Isela needs to be commended. She never gave up
hope, she persisted. She didn’t give up and when we found about Itzel, neither could we.
On behalf of Commitment, Thanks to all of you.
[Edited on 11-19-2010 by a-commit]
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A wonderful girl alone with her thoughts before the operation.
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David K
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Thank you for the update... a wonderful report!!
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Izel's aorta before the operation.
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Itzel's aorta after the operation
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wow... thanks Andy!!
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The location of the stent.
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A moment awake... the monitor tells the story.
[Edited on 11-19-2010 by a-commit]
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Those are some incredible pictures! 
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Update... and hold that tought...
Itzel, her mom and myself are still in Las Vegas, we are to leave tomorrow Friday at 1:00pm to San Diego.
Itzel is recovering very well... in order to put the ballon and stent into her aorta, Dr. Rothman needed to insert them through the femoral artery,
which left a circular wound about 4-5 mm in diameter in Itzel's right thigh. Because of the location and size, no stitches were able to be done, so
that wound needs to close and heal by itself.
According to the doctor, the total recovery for that wound should be between 7-10 days... in the meantime she needs to take it easy, not much walking
nor sudden movements.
This is why we decided to stay a couple of days after the operation, so Itzel's body could get a little bit stronger for the trip.
Regarding Disneyland... that is a wonderful idea...!!!... Today I asked Itzel if she would like to go and she just looked and me and said: What is
Disneyland?... When I explained that is where the Princesses have their home, she was more than excited to go... you are all right... every kid should
go to Disneyland at least once.
I would suggest to hold that wonderful thought and give her that beautiful gift on her next trip to San Diego, which should be for the fundraising and
dinner event on her honor, in December.
That will give Itzel the opportunity to fully heal and adjust to her "new heart", so she can fully enjoy Disney... I will jump in with the
transportation to and back from Disney.
Now, I will leave you with you a conversation that happened earlier today:
Itzel: Mommy...
Itzel's Mom: What is it baby?
Itzel: my feet hurt!!!
Itzel's Mom: Which one?
Itzel: both mommy.
Itzel's Mom: Antonio!!!... there might be something wrong... Itzel is complaining about her feet.
Antonio: Which feet does it hurt Itzel?
Itzel: Both Antonio...
Antonio: mmmm... What do you mean by pain?... What do you feel?
Itzel: in the tip of my fingers I feel wosshh... wosshh... wosshh...
Antonio: What do you mean wossh... wosshh... like something beating?...
Itzel: Yes!!!... like something is beating!!!
Antonio: Sweetheart... that is your heart pumping blood to your feet... it is normal...
Itzel: It is?... I never felt it before.
Antonio: Yes... your heart is cured now and is sending more strength to your legs and feet.
Itzel: Does this mean that now I will be able to play along with my friends?
Antonio: yes... you will be able to play all you want with your friends now.
Itzel: Does this means I will also be able to eat chocolate cake now?
Antonio: Yes honey... you can eat chocolate cake also.
Itzel: ooooohhhh.... thank you Antonio... Thank you for curing me!!! (then she gave me a huge hug and a kiss).
[Edited on 11-19-2010 by BajaCactus]
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What a bunch of wonderful people I have the privilege of "nomading" with on this site. God bless you all....even the non-believers.
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well that did it for me,, I started to cry.
again count us in for disney land
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaCactus
Itzel: Does this mean that now I will be able to play along with my friends?
Antonio: yes... you will be able to play all you want with your friends now.
Itzel: Does this means I will also be able to eat chocolate cake now?
Antonio: Yes honey... you can eat chocolate cake also.
Itzel: ooooohhhh.... thank you Antonio... Thank you for curing me!!! (then she gave me a huge hug and a kiss).
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DENNIS
I take offense to the suggestion that we have been slack in our efforts to assist in the success of this operation.
Those who could...did. Those who couldn't give the green, gave their best thoughts. That means a lot. |
Dennis, you - and others Nomads - have been fantastic in your support here, monetarily and/or through their positive thoughts and prayers. Since it
can't be said enough, I'll say it again: FANTASTIC!
While you've perceived Ken's note in a not-so-supportive way, I on the other hand take it as a positive note reminding people there's still a reason
to get involved if/where/when possible. Written communication can be so challenging to interpret sometimes.
Hope you're doing well sir. I enjoy and appreciate your recent positive "vibe".
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Doug
[Edited on 11-19-2010 by BajaNomad]
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| Quote: | Originally posted by desertcpl
well that did it for me,, I started to cry.
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conversation did it!
So great to hear all the wonderful news. And Antonio, to stick by Itzel and Mom throughout all of this, you truly are her guardian angel.
[Edited on 11-19-2010 by DianaT]
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It got me here:
"What's Disneyland?"
Nothing like a good cry first thing in the morning to cleanse the soul....
We were relieved to hear the operation was a success, but the comprehensive report, dialog and pictures....well that was HUGE bonus!
All I can say is WOW!!! AND Thank you so very much!!!
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaNomad
While you've perceived Ken's note in a not-so-supportive way, I on the other hand take it as a positive note reminding people there's still a reason
to get involved if/where/when possible. Written communication can be so challenging to interpret sometimes.
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I agree. Sorry, Ken. I shouldn't have fired on you. [actually, it wasn't me. It was the other Dennis]
I see the need to concentrate on the unpaid portion of the bill. I know for a fact that there's still one check in the mail.
We'll just keep plugging away at it.
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How wonderful !!! the pictures are incredible, to say the least.
Please give more details on the fundraiser and dinner in December in San diego so we can plan to be there !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
A miracle just happened. 
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Awesome!
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