Hello and thanks for your post,

I am sorry to hear about your husband's forthcoming operation and the worry that it is causing him.

The surgeons use scans to assess how much they need to remove during surgery. They do need to ensure a clear margin around the cancer and they do their best to achieve this. A pathologist will look at the tissue under a microscope to ensure that there is a clear margin once it has been removed.

It is important that your husband is able to have his concerns addressed by his specialist nurse or his surgeon so that they are aware of his concerns. Do try and encourage him to talk to his team before he makes any decisions. 

I do hope that he manages to speak to someone soon. Do encourage him to keep an open mind. If either of you would like to ring and chat to one of the helpline nurses then you are welcome to give us a ring. 

Our helpline number is freephone 0808 800 4040 and we are here monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm.

All the best,

Catherine

Hello and thanks for your post,

I am sorry to hear about your husband's forthcoming operation and the worry that it is causing him.

The surgeons use scans to assess how much they need to remove during surgery. They do need to ensure a clear margin around the cancer and they do their best to achieve this. A pathologist will look at the tissue under a microscope to ensure that there is a clear margin once it has been removed.

It is important that your husband is able to have his concerns addressed by his specialist nurse or his surgeon so that they are aware of his concerns. Do try and encourage him to talk to his team before he makes any decisions. 

I do hope that he manages to speak to someone soon. Do encourage him to keep an open mind. If either of you would like to ring and chat to one of the helpline nurses then you are welcome to give us a ring. 

Our helpline number is freephone 0808 800 4040 and we are here monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm.

All the best,

Catherine