Brian, at the initial meeting in Nov (2011), the ENT surgeon did mention that they held a meeting to discuss her case. My understanding is that her scenario is unique and they were surprised at rapid rate at which the tumor grew. The oncologist was pleased at how the cancer responded to the chemo but the surgeon said that it is common for a fast growing tumor to also quickly respond to chemo. I will talk to my mom about conferring with the radiologist. This was our plan. Her oncologist is not at UC Irvine and I'm not sure if her radiologist will be.





Nay, daughter/caregiver to:
Mom (65 yrs), non-drinker, non-smoker
Mandibulectomy+flap reconstruct: 3/12/2013
Biopsy+CT/PET: April/Sept 2012+Mar/2013
Dx: SCC in the jaw - Stage IV a
Tx: 3 cycles TPF chemo (last cycle ended 1/28/13)
- soft foods diet, hospitalized 2x, jaw bone disintegrated