Ask for a copy of the pathology report on the post-surgery biopsy to get the exact scoop on the margins, plus the type and extent of everything examined -- Your father will have to ask for it or sign something for you to get it.

In fact, it is a good idea to get a copy of all the reports and the scans that may have been done -- This would all be handy if you need a second opinion at some time in the future.


Age 67 1/2
Ventral Tongue SCC T2N0M0G1 10/05
Anterior Tongue SCC T2N0M0G2 6/08
Base of Tongue SCC T2N0M0G2 12/08
Three partial glossectomy (10/05,11/05,6/08), PEG, 37 XRT 66.6 Gy 1/06
Neck dissection, trach, PEG & forearm free flap (6/08)
Total glossectomy, trach, PEG & thigh free flap (12/08)
On August 21, 2010 at 9:20 am, Pete went off to play with the ratties in the sky.