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Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 417 | The Linear Accellerator (LINAC) with which she will receive her simulation on and her treatments as well. It is an intimidating monstrous machine.
But whether she recieves the newer IMRT (Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy) or the standard external beam (with blocks) radiation she still needs to either consult with a Gastoenterologist about PEG and have this doctor standing ready OR go ahead and have the procedure (PEG) . As Gary stated, she will need a PEG to insure proper nutrition. PEG (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy).
Darrell
Stage 3, T3,N1,M0,SCC, Base of Tongue. No Surgery, Radiationx39, Chemo, Taxol & Carboplatin Weekly 8 Treatments 2004. Age 60. Recurrence 2/06, SCC, Chest & Neck (Sub clavean), Remission 8/06. Recurrence SCC 12/10/06 Chest.
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