Impression:
IMPRESSION:
1. Since the July 31, 2014 CT, intrahepatic infiltrative mass has
enlarged. There is also new free fluid with rim enhancement adjacent to
the liver. Moreover, several lymph nodes just above the diaphragm, are
larger as well. One perihepatic lymph node has also enlarged. Segmental
intrahepatic ductal dilatation is either stable or has progressed.
Findings are concerning for progressive neoplastic metastatic disease.
2. Portal vein and hepatic vein evaluation is limited in this single phase
postcontrast CT. However, main portal vein is patent.
Translate please, Findings are concerning=bad news. We don't see the Oncologist till Wednesday and I need to know more so I am mentally prepared and don't breakdown in front of my Dad on that day. This was the CT he had on 8/27 after his resection on 8/6/14. Recovered well and is back full- time at work. Was back to work part time a week after surgery. He has not had chemo for a while, over 6 months. Any words of wisdom appreciated! Thanks
Yes, We all agree (mom and siblings). My Dad is a workaholic and should not be working but that's his call not ours. We tried to tell him but he is set in his ways. I myself would enjoy life with family, friends and travel but that's not my Dad's idea. I guess that's how he copes....
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