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#62051 11-03-2007 03:10 PM
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Buzz is to return to Baptist on Monday for a f/u visit with the otolarngologist (sp?) who performed surgery on 07/19. Buzz completed only 28 of 33 prescribed IMRT sessions, because of the severe burns; he successfully completed 6 of 6 chemos;
Are there any specific questions we need to ask Dr. Sullivan, over and above the obvious one pertaining to 1. when a f/u CT scan will be performed? 2. how soon can he be fitted for dentures 3. is it too late for physical therapy for his neck and hip (he walks like 'Lurch') I feel so silly asking this, but while thinking about this tonight, my mind is a complete blank. Any suggestions, anyone?


CG to 77 y/o hubby;SCC Alveolar Ridge; Wake Forest Baptist Hosp surgery: 07/19/07; bi mod radical resection/jaw replacement;
T2 N2-B M0 Stage IV-A
28 IMRT +
6 Paclitaxel/Carboplatin
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#62052 11-03-2007 03:22 PM
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Emmylou,
I cannot comment on the walk or physical therapy. The only situation that would limit the ability for impressions to make dentures would be his ability to tolerate the procedure. If the surgical margins are still sore, etc. it may be very painful. Other than that if healing has progressed well a skilled and caring dentist and/or prosthodontist should be able to make the required impressions to start the process.

Cheers,
Mike


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