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A member asked:
What is the prognosis for a male patient, 64 yrs old with cancer who has been told he has a perforated bowl.?
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Ask your Dr(s): The doctor(s) who diagnosed the cancer and/or the perforated bowel can provide the most accurate prognosis. Anyone else is less knowledgeable about the specific case - and that is what matters. Cancer of the esophagus is never a good thing to hear. Some are able to extend the quality of their time if they are lucky and have caring folk helping. Accurate hospice info may help too.
Answered 5/5/2014
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