The key prognostic factor for pseudomyxoma peritonei is how completely the cytoreduction surgery removes all visible tumours.What is the most important prognostic factor for pseudomyxoma peritonei?
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Am I a candidate for HIPEC?
The eligibility for HIPEC depends on various factors such as the type and stage of cancer, extent of cancer spread, and overall health status.
My doctor has diagnosed appendix cancer, why do I need a second opinion?
If you have been diagnosed with appendix cancer, it is vital to seek a second opinion from an experienced physician who has seen and treated numerous cases of the disease.
RareConnect
Pseudomyxoma Survivor is the founding organisation of RareConnect’s PMP community.
Eurordis
EURORDIS is a non-governmental patient-driven alliance of patient organisations and individuals active in the field of rare diseases, dedicated to improving the quality of life of all people living with rare diseases in Europe.
Only 3 or 4 people per year are diagnosed with pseudomyxoma peritonei
Late in 2020, I went to A&E with stomach pains. I had a CT scan which showed a mass in my pelvic cavity the size of a grapefruit.
Donate your used printer cartridges
We’re registered with Recycle 4 Charity who will make us a donation for your empty printer ink cartridges.
What to pack for your hospital stay
One of the questions we get asked a lot and features heavily in our support groups is “What do I need to bring into hospital with me?”.
What surgery is called the mother of all surgeries?
Treating pseudomyxoma peritonei and appendix cancers can be challenging.
Why is appendix cancer so difficult to diagnose?
Diagnosing appendix cancer can be difficult due to the lack of effective screening tests and the general nature of the symptoms.
World Cancer Day 2023
February 4th marks World Cancer Day, the one day in the year when the world comes together to raise awareness of cancer and also to encourage its prevention, detection and treatment.
I was diagnosed with pseudomyxoma peritonei
I had a ten-hour operation in 2015 for bowel and bladder cancer. Three years later, I was diagnosed with pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP).