It may not be a big problem, but it's a tad unnerving to say the least.
The Mister's creatinine went up last night (2.3 from yesterday's 2), meaning that his kidneys may have problems processing the contrast dye necessary to do the heart catheterization this morning.
However, the cardiologist and nephrologist decided to move forward with the diagnostic element of the heart cath. They will use a very light amount of dye in order to evaluate the location and degree of blockage, but they are not going to do anything in the way of angioplasty/stent today. Today's procedure is diagnostic only; in order to do any repair work, it would require more contrast dye than his kidneys could handle.
To say he is disappointed is an understatement. He was expecting to go home later today or tomorrow; the cardiologist reset his expectations to be at least 48 hours, depending on what they find. He did say that, if they find nothing at all, then he could possibly go home tomorrow, but he felt that was highly unlikely.
Those who know him will agree that the Mister is one hairy bear, and they had to shave a good portion of his arm and groin (not sure which they will use for the cath entry). Grump factor escalated to DEFCON 3. Yet he didn't seem scared when they took him back; quite frankly, he appeared more concerned about my impending flood of tears. Somehow or another I manage to make every doggone situation all about me. Selfish.
I'm in the family waiting area as I write this; my dad is on his way from Knoxville to wait with me, which is a pretty good egg thing to do. I could use a little company right about now.
Will follow up with an update after the procedure. Prayers appreciated.
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Wish I could be there in person. Love you. Hugs to the whole family (even though the rest of them don't really know me). Y'all are in my constant thoughts and prayers.
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