We can second what David told you.
It is really important to get a second opinion.
We were led to believe that the numbers for survival were about the same without the surgery.
As you can see in this instance...things are going really well for us.
Whatever you decide...we wish you the best.
Take care
Marica

Caregiver to husband Pete, Dx 4/03 SCC Base of Tongue Stage IV. Chemo /Rad no surgery. Treatment finished 8/03. Doing great!