I had my PET scan follow up appt today and was told that it all came back clear with nothing lit up at all. NED!

The next decision I have to make is if I should have the "nodulectomy" surgery on the area of the cancerous lymph node. It is part of the clinical trial I am in with the goal to ensure there is no cancer remaining in the lymph area post reduced dose radiation. The surgical oncologist told me he sees no reason to do it, but will consult with the RO and MO. It is the RO's clinical trial.


Andrew
age 25

early 10/12 - enlarged lymph node area
01/13 SCC of L tonsil, L BOT, 2 L lymph nodes
stage IVa, T2N2bM0, HPV+

2/13 2 doses cisplatin big bag, 2 doses weekly cisplatin + 35x IMRT
4/13 TX finished
7/13 PET/CT - NED!