Pooh

Hello Everyone,

I received very promising news last Wednesday. After 4 months of chemo (8 rounds), my tumor on the right posterior hepatic lobe shrunk from 2.3cm to 1.6cm, and is no longer compressing the portal vein.  Further, the largest lymph node now only measures 1cm, previously 2.9cm.  These were the only two areas of concern.  What was inoperable 4 months ago is now operable.  Our oncologist was amazed at the response.  The surgical oncologist met with us the next day.  He stated the entire right lobe would be resected and lymph nodes removed.  Everything is on the right side with no further metastasis.  I would lose 60% of my liver.

I’m very comfortable with the surgeon and oncologist.  Also, I have so much local support with family and friends.  I do not want to go anywhere for a second opinion (as my husband keeps wanting).  Should I be concerned with the proposed resection of the entire right lobe?  Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

Pooh