Good morning!

I came here at Mayo this week to treat insulinoma. They postponed my January appointment to this week due to Covid. Based on CT scan done yesterday, Dr Vella mentioned that the tumor is on the surface of the head of pancreas. I am so relieved that finally the tumor has been located as back in NJ, both CT and EUS did not reveal it. I may see Dr. Mckenzie today to discuss surgery options. I am putting together list of questions to ask to go over with the doctor such as - type of surgery, length of stay at the hospital, post op precautions, etc.

I would really appreciate if you can suggest anything that I should go over with the surgeon. Also did any of you go through surgery where tumor was found on the surface of pancreas head? Pls can you share your experience.

Getting a bit anxious! Will post updates here. Thank you all!