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Any tips about Cytoreductive, debulking Surgery?

Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs) | Last Active: Nov 20, 2023 | Replies (8)
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@ginnym3

Thank you for your reply. I was beginning to wonder if I would hear back from anyone.

I am very fit - something my oncologist took into consideration when he talked with me about how extensive this will be, and how he feels I can recover from this with quality of life intact: different but intact. I don't have my gallbladder. And yes, this will be an open surgery due to how many issues will be taken care of at once and the size of the tumors in both my SI and on the peritoneum.

Thanks again for your response!

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Nov 17, 2023

Hi @ginnym3

It looks like @pavlina60 has provided you with some good questions to ask your surgeon at your Tuesday appointment. Since your surgery will at Mayo, it is my understanding that a registered dietician will meet with you after your surgery and help you plan your diet after discharge. If might be helpful to have someone with you who can take notes.

I look forward to hearing from you after you meet with the surgeon. Will you post again with an update when it's convenient?

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