You can print out this thread or any posts that you want your mother to read and give them to her. It could help her weigh all the options to make this difficult decision.

Im thankful for every single day! I have some issues which I will always have but to me it was well worth everything I went thru to still be here. In the past 6 years Ive probably helped several hundred patients and caregivers. Ive given hope to so many who had no had no hope at all. Sadly, not all of them have survived but most have. Ive lived to see my son get married and my daughter have my first grandchild.

If your mother has a zest for life and is normally a very active woman then Im sure she wouldnt want to miss out on any of lifes future milestones. (My personal opinion really doesnt matter but...) I hope she will decide to attempt the major surgery. No matter what she decides we will be here for you both.

Best wishes!