At the last visit to Mayo there was some indication from scans of limited peritoneal nodules. She returned home and underwent five weeks of radiation. Her CA-19 was beginning to increase from her lowest active chemo level of 43.

About two weeks into the radiation, she began to show signs of ascites.

I travelled back and forth those times to Mayo, and assisted over the six months of chemo. I tried daily to convince her to relocate to Rochester, but she felt being with her cats at home was more important. My continuing belief is that anyone with this disease should relocate to be close to a center of excellence - the oncology care is better, the testing methodologies are better, and the staff is better. Rochester is a nice town, and various housing is available within walking distance of the center.