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Decision on removing lymph nodes during Ralp procedure
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They cannot remove all the lymph nodes that the cancer potentially spread to. They remove a sample to check if cancer is present. If it is, you will get salvage RT.
My five cents: With a cancer that is already T3, I would seriously consider RT instead of surgery. Have you gotten second opinions from radiologists?
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Yes, I have talked to RT and done a lot of research on both RT & Surgery. My decision for surgery was based on a few criteria: ADT drugs, longer-term effects of radiation, ability to perform salvage surgery after radiation, and family history/experinece. I am working with an excellent cancer center in Colorado and a highly experienced surgeon. It was a difficult decision between the two. Sincerely, appreciate your comments. Thank you