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@jeffmarc How can non focal extraprostatic extension and ‘negative margins’ be consistent? They seem almost contradictory in nature.
I had negative margins and a ‘tiny break’ (my urologist’s words) in my capsule and even then I thought it was odd to put the two on the same page.
I wonder what the limit is on how much tissue surrounding the capsule can really be removed in order to get negative margins…?
I get the sense from some posters that they feel ‘positive margins’ is the fault of the surgeon not being diligent; however, I think anatomical considerations (bladder, eg) limit how much a surgeon can excise without causing additional damage.
I think the best policy would be for surgeons to be forthright and say ‘I wasn’t able to get it all’ rather than soft peddling the fact that cancer is still inside your body. JMO,
Phil
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Thank you! 🙏
Sure will discuss with doctor in our next appointment. We were told to get PSA and Rectal Profile tests done.