Spiculated nodule & adenocarcinoma: Resection or biopsy first?

Posted by sallik74 @sallik74, Aug 6 1:35pm

I have consult August 11th
1.7 cm x 1.1 cm spiculated lung nodule & 5mm ground glass nodule
Nurse stated considering resection when scheduling appointment
Wouldn't they do a biopsy dirst ?

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@denzie what is systemic treatment?

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@sallik74 systematic treatment means chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy infusions or pills.

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@cmcguire10
I have 3 options per Dr
Option 1
Watch & wait 6 months
Options 2
Needle biopsy
Option 3
Surgically remove
Test while sedated if cancer if so would preform lobectomy

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@sallik74, These decisions are certainly difficult. Have you been able to make a decision on your next steps?

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@sallik74, These decisions are certainly difficult. Have you been able to make a decision on your next steps?

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@lls8000
They presented my case Wednesday evening to the Tumor Board called Thursday & decided to wait 6 months for another CT scan.
Thank you so much for checking up on me !

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@lls8000
They presented my case Wednesday evening to the Tumor Board called Thursday & decided to wait 6 months for another CT scan.
Thank you so much for checking up on me !

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@sallik74 , Great! I'm glad the tumor board reviewed your case. The more input the better. Hoping for good results for you in 6 months.

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