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Logan, age 4- Is Discharged 14 days after Open Heart Surgery- Coming Home For Christmas

Logan Siciliano was discharged today from Boston Children's Hospital and will arrive home sometime on Friday, just 15 days after undergoing open heart surgery!! It is reported that Logan, after a hearty breakfast was asked by Dr. Lacro if he was excited about going home. Logan told his doctor that he needs to stay in the hospital because he is "still very sick". Logan's Dad, Mark reports that they are "pretty sure he just likes having a menu to choose from and a never ending supply of food." 

Santa with the help of his elf from the Albany County Correctional Facility plan to deliver special gifts to Logan and his brother, Connor just in time for Christmas! ACCFCB is grateful to these very kind and generous anonymous granters of holiday wishes for this loving family!

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Logan was born on January 19, 2011 diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome (MFS)- a genetic disorder of connective tissue which holds all parts of the body together and helps control growth. MFS affects the heart, blood vessels, bones, joints, eyes, lungs and skin.

Logan was also born with leaky heart valves and an enlarged aorta causing congestive heart failure. Logan underwent open heart surgery on September 1, 2011 at Boston Children's Hospital to repair 3 valves and replace part of his stretched aorta and again on December 4, 2015. Logan is also nearsighted requiring him to wear glasses.

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Logan Siciliano, 4 pictured on 12-15-2015 just 12 days post a grueling 7 hour open heart surgery on December 4, 2015 at Boston Children's Hospital (BCH)!

"When you are in the hospital it is a 'D' word that you don't say or you will jinx it. And it might happen tomorrow. His recovery has been incredibly smooth compared to his last two surgeries. There were some ups and downs, but he really has done well. I'm not sure we are ready to leave our safety net of Boston (Children's Hospital) quite yet. So we will plan to stay another night or two in the apartment. It will allow Logan to rest more for the long drive home. I remember the drive home from Albany Med to my house after my surgery and remember every pot hole. It hurts. In the morning Logan's central line (IV) in his neck needs to be pulled out. It's gonna bleed so it's gonna take awhile."- Logan's dad, Mark Siciliano

Santa with the help of his elf from the Albany County Correctional Facility plan to help make Logan and his brother Connor's Christmas extra special whether they are home or remain at BCH! ACCFCB is grateful to these very kind and generous anonymous granters of holiday wishes for this loving family!

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Logan was born on January 19, 2011 diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome (MFS)- a genetic disorder of connective tissue which holds all parts of the body together and helps control growth. MFS affects the heart, blood vessels, bones, joints, eyes, lungs and skin.

Logan was also born with leaky heart valves and an enlarged aorta causing congestive heart failure. Logan underwent open heart surgery on September 1, 2011 at Boston Children's Hospital to repair 3 valves and replace part of his stretched aorta and again on December 4, 2015. Logan is also nearsighted requiring him to wear glasses.  

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Logan Siciliano, 4 is all smiles which is a wonderful sign 9 days post a grueling 7 hour open heart surgery on December 4, 2015 at Boston Children's Hospital (BCH)!

Logan is now out of the ICU and has his own room with a Playstation 4 allowing he and his big brother Connor to spend some bonding time playing together. "I think it was a big boost for him, because he acted more like himself" explained his father, Mark. The family is praying for their own miracle, that they be home in time to celebrate Christmas!

Santa with the help of his elf from the Albany County Correctional Facility plan to make Logan and his brother Connor's Christmas special whether they are home or remain at BCH! ACCFCB is grateful to these very kind and generous anonymous granters of holiday wishes for this loving family!

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Logan was born on January 19, 2011 diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome (MFS)- a genetic disorder of connective tissue which holds all parts of the body together and helps control growth. MFS affects the heart, blood vessels, bones, joints, eyes, lungs and skin.

Logan was also born with leaky heart valves and an enlarged aorta causing congestive heart failure. Logan underwent open heart surgery on September 1, 2011 at Boston Children's Hospital to repair 3 valves and replace part of his stretched aorta and again on December 4, 2015. Logan is also nearsighted requiring him to wear glasses.  

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Logan Siciliano, age 4 who underwent Open Heart Surgery at Boston Children's Hospital recently "can now open his eyes and speak a few words" according to his parents who are at his bedside. "He started back up on Presidex meds to keep him comfortable. He is very tired but making progress. It was so sweet to see his eyes and hear him speak. He is currently trying to keep his eyes open to watch Octonauts"- Octonauts, now there is real progress! Keep up the great job Logan, we are all praying for you!

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Logan was born on January 19, 2011 diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome (MFS)- a genetic disorder of connective tissue which holds all parts of the body together and helps control growth. MFS affects the heart, blood vessels, bones, joints, eyes, lungs and skin.

Logan was also born with leaky heart valves and an enlarged aorta causing congestive heart failure. Logan underwent open heart surgery on September 1, 2011 at Boston Children's Hospital to repair 3 valves and replace part of his stretched aorta. Logan is also nearsighted requiring him to wear glasses.

 

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Logan Siciliano, age 4 is still on the ventilator, but he is initiating the breathes. Known as "sprinting" it is great excercise for the lungs. It still helps inflate the lungs if he doesn't breathe deep enough. As as you can see from the photo there is a new tube in his nose. It is a feeding tube. He'll start to get some formula probably tomorrow.

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Logan Siciliano is reportedly doing very well after his latest open heart surgery. He is intubated and sedated, but not paralyzed. He gets antibiotics for 24 hours. He is weaned off of Nipride and Nitroglycerin meds and his heart function looks good- toes are pink! He is moving around a little with voices so family is letting him rest in the Cardiac ICU. Medical staff are shifting him side to side and continuing chest PT to try to get his lung bases opened up better. Also for first 24 hours post-op, he is not very puffy, which is good! Mom, Stephanie and Dad, Mark pray they can bring their son home in time for Christmas.... And through all this Stephanie found a moment to tell ACCFCB: "Thank you again for everything. You have helped us be able to all be with Logan and not worry about finances". ACCFCB is honored to partner with Logan and his family. Get well soon Brave Boy!!

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Logan was born on January 19, 2011 diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome (MFS)- a genetic disorder of connective tissue which holds all parts of the body together and helps control growth. MFS affects the heart, blood vessels, bones, joints, eyes, lungs and skin.

Logan was also born with leaky heart valves and an enlarged aorta causing congestive heart failure. Logan underwent open heart surgery on September 1, 2011 at Boston Children's Hospital to repair 3 valves and replace part of his stretched aorta. Logan is also nearsighted requiring him to wear glasses.

 

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