What happens when a tumor is attached to the carotid artery?

Prayers for your healing.

Well my Oncologist called me and said another surgery is unnecessary and the root hasn't penatrated the artery but it's attached and that ( in his words) 3 to 4 Treatments of Keytruda will knock the Shit out of it permanently...Me myself train of thought is..Time will Tell...🤔

When tumors involve major blood vessels like the carotid artery, it creates a complex surgical situation that requires careful planning by the medical team. It sounds like you're in good hands with the tumor board reviewing your case to determine the best approach moving forward, and it's encouraging that your recovery from the initial surgery has been going so well with minimal pain and drainage.

Wishing you well. My neck dissection nearly six months ago still feels like I have a brick in my neck. Fortunately follow-up scan was clear so will begin PT

Prayers for all scanswill be cancer free.