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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!
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Hello @preeti,
I'm so glad to hear that you made it to your Mayo appointment. I'm especially glad to hear that they found the tumor. It is a good thing to try and determine what questions should be asked when you meet with the surgeon. I'd like to tag the others who have responded to you in the past as they will probably be able to assist you with that.
Hello @marilyn2525 and @ahtaylor
Can you give @preeti some suggestions as to good questions for the surgeon when they meet?
@preeti, I'm looking forward to hearing from you again before your sugery. Will you post an update after your appointment?