Kent, I had the free flap tongue reconstruction 3 years ago, but without chemo or rad.-Cancer free since. I will be happy to answer any questions you have about recovery and healing. I feel very blessed that there are these amazing surgeries (and surgeons) to do such unbelievable things!
Wishing you a speedy recovery!
10/2006 SCC of tongue, 2cm+ (T2)No node involvement or metastases; Resection approx. 1/3 of tongue, free flap reconstruction and MRND (lymph nodes removed) on 10-11. No cancer in lymph nodes - No further treatment recommended at this time. 3.5 years cancer free.
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