February 11, 2011

Finally, the oncologist came in. The news is not nearly as grave as we thought. There is no evidence of a tumor obstructing his bowel. The bowel is twisted. There are 4 new tumors on his liver, but his hepatic pump therapy has been on hold since October, which was keeping away new growth. There could potentially be quite extensive cancerous growth in his periportal lymph nodes (between his liver and pancreas). Now we know what is wrong and need to put together a plan. He will need to have the NG in until the bowel resolves itself. Then we are planning on having a feeding tube inserted into his stomach. This would not be permanent, but in just until he gains some weight back. Thanks for the continual support.