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What Are The Chances Of Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma And Hernia Recurring?
Question: I had a Partial Haepectatomy for hilar cholangiocarcinoma in 2012 and 2013 and thereafter ilestomy and hernia and thereafter routine SCAN - US being done - reports attached. Last week I was advised to go for Triphasic PET scan by a doctor while and another doctir said it is not really required. What are the possibilities that this could recur ?? I was told that normally it would recur if it has to withing 6-9 months and it is rare to recur after 2 years. My question is do I need to go for PET SCAN and possibility of it recurring ??
Brief Answer:
It can be avoided but follow protocol of Oncologis
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
PET Scan would normally not be required until there are any symptoms or complaints suggestive of spread. The reports seem normal. You could avoid the PET CT. But different Onco Centres have different regimes so I would advice that you follow the protocol that you plan to continue your therapy from.
As for recurrence it is definitely more common in initial couple of years but its better to keep yourself in follow up so that if you have a problem in future it can be detected early and managed accordingly.
Do let me know if you have any clarifications. Take care.
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
It can be avoided but follow protocol of Oncologis
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
PET Scan would normally not be required until there are any symptoms or complaints suggestive of spread. The reports seem normal. You could avoid the PET CT. But different Onco Centres have different regimes so I would advice that you follow the protocol that you plan to continue your therapy from.
As for recurrence it is definitely more common in initial couple of years but its better to keep yourself in follow up so that if you have a problem in future it can be detected early and managed accordingly.
Do let me know if you have any clarifications. Take care.
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Dear Doctor - Tnaks for your quick reply - could I talk to you for a few minutes next week Monday anytime durig the day since I am travelling out of town - Regards
Brief Answer:
We can talk Monday night or During day on Sunday
Detailed Answer:
Hello Mr XXXXXXX You can certainly speak to me. But it would be better either on Sunday or on Monday night as I operate most of the day on Monday. Take care. Let me know whenever you need to talk.
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
We can talk Monday night or During day on Sunday
Detailed Answer:
Hello Mr XXXXXXX You can certainly speak to me. But it would be better either on Sunday or on Monday night as I operate most of the day on Monday. Take care. Let me know whenever you need to talk.
Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
can I call you on Monday night 8 PM if it suits you - what number should I call you ?? If not let me know the time on Monday. XXXX
Brief Answer:
Post me a direct query on Monday night
Detailed Answer:
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Dr Rishi.
Post me a direct query on Monday night
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mr XXXXXXX I cant send you the number. You can post a direct query to me on Monday night by going to my Profile page or by calling customer service of the site. Look forward to interacting with you.
Dr Rishi.
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