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HDR Brachytherapy  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  HDR Brachytherapy

HDR BRACHYTHERAPY,The intracavitary brachytherapy applicator was placed appropriately and secured after the patient was identified.  Simulation films were obtained, documenting its positioning.  The 3-dimensional treatment planning process was accomplished utilizing the CT derived data.  A treatment plan was selected utilizing sequential dwell positions within a single catheter.  The patient was taken to the treatment area.  The patient was appropriately positioned and the position of the intracavitary device was checked.  Catheter length measurements were taken.  Appropriate measurements of the probe dimensions and assembly were also performed.  The applicator was attached to the HDR after-loader device.  The device ran through its checking sequences appropriately and the brachytherapy was then delivered without difficulty or complication.  The brachytherapy source was appropriately removed back to the brachytherapy safe within the device.  Radiation screening was performed with the Geiger-Muller counter both prior to and after the brachytherapy procedure was completed and the results were deemed appropriate.,Following completion of the procedure, the intracavitary device was removed without difficulty.  The patient was in no apparent distress and was discharged home.
Endometrial Cancer Followup  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  Stage IIIC endometrial cancer.  Adjuvant chemotherapy with cisplatin, Adriamycin, and Abraxane.  The patient is a 47-year-old female who was noted to have abnormal vaginal bleeding in the fall of 2009. 

CHIEF COMPLAINT:,1.  Stage IIIC endometrial cancer.,2.  Adjuvant chemotherapy with cisplatin, Adriamycin, and Abraxane.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: , The patient is a 47-year-old female who was noted to have abnormal vaginal bleeding in the fall of 2009.  In March 2010, she had an abnormal endometrial ultrasound with thickening of the endometrium and an enlarged uterus.  CT scan of the abdomen on 03/22/2010 showed an enlarged uterus, thickening of the endometrium, and a mass structure in the right and left adnexa that was suspicious for ovarian metastasis.  On 04/01/2010, she had a robotic modified radical hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorotomy and appendectomy with pelvic and periaortic lymphadenectomy.  The pathology was positive for grade III endometrial adenocarcinoma, 9.5 cm in size with 2 cm of invasion.  Four of 30 lymph nodes were positive for disease.  The left ovary was positive for metastatic disease.  Postsurgical PET/CT scan showed left lower pelvic side wall seroma and hypermetabolic abdominal and right pelvic retroperitoneal lymph nodes suspicious for metastatic disease.  The patient has completed five of planned six cycles of chemotherapy and comes in to clinic today for followup.  Of note, we had sent off genetic testing which was denied back in June.  I have been trying to get this testing completed.,CURRENT MEDICATIONS: , Synthroid q.d., ferrous sulfate 325 mg b.i.d., multivitamin q.d., Ativan 0.5 mg q.4 hours p.r.n. nausea and insomnia, gabapentin one tablet at bedtime.,ALLERGIES:
Excision of Squamous Cell Carcinoma  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  Re-excision of squamous cell carcinoma site, right hand.

PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Squamous cell carcinoma on the right hand, incompletely excised.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Squamous cell carcinoma on the right hand, incompletely excised.,NAME OF OPERATION: , Re-excision of squamous cell carcinoma site, right hand.,ANESTHESIA:,  Local with monitored anesthesia care.,INDICATIONS:,  Patient, 72,  status post excision of squamous cell carcinoma on the dorsum of the right hand at the base of the thumb.  The deep margin was positive.  Other margins were clear.  He was brought back for re-excision.,PROCEDURE:,  The patient was brought to the operating room and placed in the supine position.  He was given intravenous sedation.  The right hand was prepped and draped in the usual sterile fashion.  Three cubic centimeters of 1% Xylocaine mixed 50/50 with 0.5% Marcaine with epinephrine was instilled with local anesthetic around the site of the excision, and the site of the cancer was re-excised with an elliptical incision down to the extensor tendon sheath.  The tissue was passed off the field as a specimen.,The wound was irrigated with warm normal saline.  Hemostasis was assured with the electrocautery.  The wound was closed with running 3-0 nylon without complication.  The patient tolerated the procedure well and was taken to the recovery room in stable condition after a sterile dressing was applied.
Eyelid Squamous Cell Carcinoma Excision  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  Excision of right upper eyelid squamous cell carcinoma with frozen section and full-thickness skin grafting from the opposite eyelid.

PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Right upper eyelid squamous cell carcinoma.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Right upper eyelid squamous cell carcinoma.,PROCEDURE PERFORMED: , Excision of right upper eyelid squamous cell carcinoma with frozen section and full-thickness skin grafting from the opposite eyelid.,COMPLICATIONS:  ,None.,BLOOD LOSS: , Minimal.,ANESTHESIA:,  Local with sedation.,INDICATION:,  The patient is a 65-year-old male with a large squamous cell carcinoma on his right upper eyelid, which had previous radiation.,DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE: , The patient was taken to the operating room, laid supine, administered intravenous sedation, and prepped and draped in a sterile fashion.  He was anesthetized with a combination of 2% lidocaine and 0.5% Marcaine with Epinephrine on both upper eyelids.  The area of obvious scar tissue from the radiation for the squamous cell carcinoma on the right upper eyelid was completely excised down to the eyelid margin including resection of a few of the upper eye lashes.  This was extended essentially from the punctum to the lateral commissure and extended up on to the upper eyelid.  The resection was carried down through the orbicularis muscle resecting the pretarsal orbicularis muscle and the inferior portion of the preseptal orbicularis muscle leaving the tarsus intact and leaving the orbital septum intact.  Following complete resection, the patient was easily able to open and close his eyes as the levator muscle insertion was left intact to the tarsal plate.  The specimen was sent to pathology, which revealed only fibrotic tissue and no evidence of any residual squamous cell carcinoma.  Meticulous hemostasis was obtained with Bovie cautery and a full-thickness skin graft was taken from the opposite upper eyelid in a fashion similar to a blepharoplasty of the appropriate size for the defect in the right upper eyelid.  The left upper eyelid incision was closed with 6-0 fast-absorbing gut interrupted sutures, and the skin graft was sutured in place with 6-0 fast-absorbing gut interrupted sutures.  An eye patch was placed on the right side, and the patient tolerated the procedure well and was taken to PACU in good condition.
Discharge Summary - Mesothelioma - 1  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  Mesothelioma, pleural effusion, atrial fibrillation, anemia, ascites, esophageal reflux, and history of deep venous thrombosis.

PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSIS:,  Mesothelioma.,SECONDARY DIAGNOSES:,  Pleural effusion, atrial fibrillation, anemia, ascites, esophageal reflux, and history of deep venous thrombosis.,PROCEDURES,1.  On August 24, 2007, decortication of the lung with pleural biopsy and transpleural fluoroscopy.,2.  On August 20, 2007, thoracentesis.,3.  On August 31, 2007, Port-A-Cath placement.,HISTORY AND PHYSICAL: , The patient is a 41-year-old Vietnamese female with a nonproductive cough that started last week.  She has had right-sided chest pain radiating to her back with fever starting yesterday.  She has a history of pericarditis and pericardectomy in May 2006 and developed cough with right-sided chest pain, and went to an urgent care center.  Chest x-ray revealed right-sided pleural effusion.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY,1.  Pericardectomy.,2.  Pericarditis.,2.  Atrial fibrillation.,4.  RNCA with intracranial thrombolytic treatment.,5
Discharge Summary - Mesothelioma  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  A patient with preoperative diagnosis of right pleural mass and postoperative diagnosis of mesothelioma.

PREOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Right pleural mass.,POSTOPERATIVE DIAGNOSIS: , Mesothelioma.,PROCEDURES PERFORMED:,1.  Flexible bronchoscopy.,2.  Mediastinoscopy.,3.  Right thoracotomy.,4.  Parietal pleural biopsy.,CONSULTS:,Consults obtained during this hospitalization included:,1.  Radiation Oncology.,2.  Pulmonary Medicine.,3.  Medical Oncology.,4.  Cancer Center Team consult.,5.  Massage therapy consult.,HOSPITAL COURSE:,  The patient's hospital course was unremarkable.  Her pain was well controlled with an epidural that was placed by Anesthesia.  At the time of discharge, the patient was ambulatory.  She was discharged with home oxygen available.  She was discharged with albuterol nebulizer treatments, treatments were to be q.i.d.  She was discharged with a prescription for Vicodin for pain control.  She is to follow up with Dr. X in the office in one week with a chest x-ray.  She is instructed not to lift, push or pull anything greater than 10 pounds.  She is instructed not to drive until after she sees us in the office and is off her pain medications.
Concomitant Chemoradiotherapy  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  Concomitant chemoradiotherapy for curative intent patients.

CONCOMITANT CHEMORADIOTHERAPY FOR CURATIVE INTENT PATIENTS,This patient is receiving combined radiotherapy and chemotherapy in an effort to maximize the chance of control of this cancer.  The chemotherapy is given in addition to the radiotherapy, not only to act as a cytotoxic agent on its own, but also to potentiate and enhance the effect of radiotherapy on tumor cells.  It has been shown in the literature that this will maximize the chance of control.,During the course of the treatment, the patient's therapy must be closely monitored by the attending physician to be sure that the proper chemotherapy drugs are given at the proper time during the radiotherapy course.  It is also important to closely monitor the patient to know when treatment with either chemotherapy or radiotherapy needs to be held.  This combined treatment usually produces greater side effects than either treatment alone, and these need to be constantly monitored and treatment initiated on a timely basis to minimize these effects.  In accordance, this requires more frequency consultation and coordination with the medical oncologist.  Therefore, this becomes a very time intensive treatment and justifies CPT Code 77470.
Craniopharyngioma - Postop  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  Postoperative visit for craniopharyngioma with residual disease.  According to him, he is doing well, back at school without any difficulties.  He has some occasional headaches and tinnitus, but his vision is much improved.

REASON FOR VISIT:,  Postoperative visit for craniopharyngioma.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:,  Briefly, a 16-year-old right-handed boy who is in eleventh grade, who presents with some blurred vision and visual acuity difficulties, was found to have a suprasellar tumor.  He was brought to the operating room on 01/04/07, underwent a transsphenoidal resection of tumor.  Histology returned as craniopharyngioma.  There is some residual disease; however, the visual apparatus was decompressed.  According to him, he is doing well, back at school without any difficulties.  He has some occasional headaches and tinnitus, but his vision is much improved.,MEDICATIONS: , Synthroid 100 mcg per day.,FINDINGS: , On exam, he is awake, alert and oriented x 3.  Pupils are equal and reactive.  EOMs are full.  His visual acuity is 20/25 in the right (improved from 20/200) and the left is 20/200 improved from 20/400.  He has a bitemporal hemianopsia, which is significantly improved and wider.  His motor is 5 out of 5.  There are no focal motor or sensory deficits.  The abdominal incision is well healed.  There is no evidence of erythema or collection.  The lumbar drain was also well healed.,The postoperative MRI demonstrates small residual disease.,Histology returned as craniopharyngioma.,ASSESSMENT: , Postoperative visit for craniopharyngioma with residual disease.,PLANS: , I have recommended that he call.  I discussed the options with our radiation oncologist, Dr. X. They will schedule the appointment to see him.  In addition, he probably will need an MRI prior to any treatment, to follow the residual disease.
Conformal Simulation  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  Conformal simulation with coplanar beams.  This patient is undergoing a conformal simulation as the method to precisely define the area of disease which needs to be treated. 

CONFORMAL SIMULATION WITH COPLANAR BEAMS,This patient is undergoing a conformal simulation as the method to precisely define the area of disease which needs to be treated.  It allows us to highly focus the beam of radiation and shape the beam to the target volume, delivering a homogenous dosage through it while sparing the surrounding, more radiosensitive, normal tissues.  This will allow us to give the optimum chance of tumor control while minimizing the acute and long-term side effects.,A conformal simulation is a simulation which involves extended physician, therapist, and dosimetrist time and effort.  The patient is initially taken into a conventional simulator room, where appropriate markers are placed, and the patient is positioned and immobilized.  One then approximates the field sizes and arrangements (gantry angles, collimator angles, and number of fields).  Radiographs are taken, and these fields are marked on the patient's skin.  The patient is then transferred to the diagnostic facility and placed on a flat CT scan table.  Scans are then performed through the targeted area.  The CT scans are evaluated by the radiation oncologist, and the tumor volume, target volume, and critical structures are outlined on each slice of the CT scan.  The dosimetrist then evaluates each individual slice in the treatment planning computer with the appropriately marked structures.  This volume is then reconstructed in 3-dimensional space.  Utilizing the beam's-eye view features, the appropriate blocks are designed.  Multiplane computerized dosimetry is performed throughout the volume.  Field arrangements and blocking are modified as necessary to provide homogenous coverage of the target volume while minimizing the dose to normal structures.  Once all appropriate beam parameters and isodate distributions have been confirmed on the computer scan, each individual slice is then reviewed by the physician.  The beam's-eye view, block design, and appropriate volumes are also printed and reviewed by the physician.  Once these are approved, Cerrobend blocks will be custom fabricated.,If significant changes are made in the field arrangements from the original simulation, the patient is brought back to the simulator where the computer-designed fields are re-simulated.
Consult - Breast Cancer  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  Patient presents with complaint of lump in the upper outer quadrant of the right breast

CHIEF COMPLAINT / REASON FOR THE VISIT:, Patient has been diagnosed to have breast cancer.,BREAST CANCER HISTORY:, Patient presented with the following complaints: Lump in the upper outer quadrant of the right breast that has been present for the last 4 weeks. The lump is painless and the skin over the lump is normal. Patient denies any redness, warmth, edema and nipple discharge. Patient had a mammogram recently and was told to have a mass measuring 2 cm in the UOQ and of the left breast. Patient had an excisional biopsy of the mass and subsequently axillary nodal sampling.,PATHOLOGY:, Infiltrating ductal carcinoma, Estrogen receptor 56, Progesterone receptor 23, S-phase fraction 2., Her 2 neu 0 and all nodes negative.,STAGE:, Stage I.,TNM STAGE:, T1, N0 and M0.,SURGERY:, S/P lumpectomy left breast and Left axillary node sampling. Patient is here for further recommendation.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:, Osteoarthritis for 5 years. ASHD for 10 years. Kidney stones recurrent for 10 years.,SCREENING TEST HISTORY:,  Last rectal exam was done on 10/99. Last mammogram was done on 12/99. Last gynecological exam was done on 10/99. Last PAP smear was done on 10/99. Last chest x-ray was done on 10/99. Last F.O.B. was done on 10/99-X3. Last sigmoidoscopy was done on 1998. Last colonoscopy was done on 1996.,IMMUNIZATION HISTORY:, Last flu vaccine was given on 1999. Last pneumonia vaccine was given on 1996.,FAMILY MEDICAL HISTORY:, Father age 85, history of cerebrovascular accident (stroke) and hypertension. Mother history of CHF and emphysema that died at the age of 78. No brothers and sisters. 1 son healthy at age 54.,PAST SURGICAL HISTORY:, Appendectomy. Biopsy of the left breast 1996 - benign.
Colon Polyps - Genetic Counseling  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  Genetic counseling for a strong family history of colon polyps.  She has had colonoscopies required every five years and every time she has polyps were found.  She reports that of her 11 brothers and sister 7 have had precancerous polyps.  

REASON FOR CONSULT: , Genetic counseling.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS: , The patient is a very pleasant 61-year-old female with a strong family history of colon polyps.  The patient reports her first polyps noted at the age of 50.  She has had colonoscopies required every five years and every time she has polyps were found.  She reports that of her 11 brothers and sister 7 have had precancerous polyps.  She does have an identical twice who is the one of the 11 who has never had a history of polyps.  She also has history of several malignancies in the family.  Her father died of a brain tumor at the age of 81.  There is no history of knowing whether this was a primary brain tumor or whether it is a metastatic brain involvement.  Her sister died at the age of 65 breast cancer.  She has two maternal aunts with history of lung cancer both of whom were smoker.  Also a paternal grandmother who was diagnosed with breast cancer at 86 and a paternal grandfather who had lung cancer.  There is no other cancer history.,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:,  Significant for asthma.,CURRENT MEDICATIONS: , Include Serevent two puffs daily and Nasonex two sprays daily.,ALLERGIES: , Include penicillin.  She is also allergic seafood; crab and mobster.,SOCIAL HISTORY: , The patient is married.  She was born and raised in South Dakota.  She moved to Colorado 37 years ago.  She attended collage at the Colorado University.  She is certified public account.  She does not smoke.  She drinks socially.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS:  ,The patient denies any dark stool or blood in her stool.  She has had occasional night sweats and shortness of breath, and cough associated with her asthma.  She also complains of some acid reflux as well as anxiety.  She does report having knee surgery for torn ACL on the left knee and has some arthritis in that knee.  The rest of her review of systems is negative.,PHYSICAL EXAM:,VITALS:
Colon Cancer Screening  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  Routine colorectal cancer screening.  He occasionally gets some loose stools.  

HISTORY AND REASON FOR CONSULTATION:, For evaluation of this patient for colon cancer screening.,HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS:, Mr. A is a 53-year-old gentleman who was referred for colon cancer screening.  The patient said that he occasionally gets some loose stools.  Other than that, there are no other medical problems. ,PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:, The patient does not have any serious medical problems at all.  He denies any hypertension, diabetes, or any other problems.  He does not take any medications.,PAST SURGICAL HISTORY: ,Surgery for deviated nasal septum in 1996.,ALLERGIES:, No known drug allergies.,SOCIAL HISTORY: ,Does not smoke, but drinks occasionally for the last five years.,FAMILY HISTORY:, There is no history of any colon cancer in the family.,REVIEW OF SYSTEMS:, Denies any significant diarrhea.  Sometimes he gets some loose stools.  Occasionally there is some constipation.  Stools caliber has not changed.  There is no blood in stool or mucus in stool.  No weight loss.  Appetite is good.  No nausea, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing.  Has occasional heartburn.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:, The patient is alert and oriented x3.  Vital signs: Weight is 214 pounds.  Blood pressure is 111/70.  Pulse is 69 per minute.  Respiratory rate is 18.  HEENT: Negative.  Neck: Supple.  There is no thyromegaly.  Cardiovascular: Both heart sounds are heard.  Rhythm is regular.  No murmur.  Lungs: Clear to percussion and auscultation.  Abdomen: Soft and nontender.  No masses felt.  Bowel sounds are heard.  Extremities: Free of any edema.,IMPRESSION: ,Routine colorectal cancer screening.,RECOMMENDATIONS:, Colonoscopy.  I have explained the procedure of colonoscopy with benefits and risks, in particular the risk of perforation, hemorrhage, and infection.  The patient agreed for it.  We will proceed with it.  I also explained to the patient about conscious sedation.  He agreed for conscious sedation.
Breast Radiation Therapy Followup  ( Hematology - Oncology)
Description:  Breast radiation therapy followup note. Left breast adenocarcinoma stage T3 N1b M0, stage IIIA.

DIAGNOSIS: , Left breast adenocarcinoma stage T3 N1b M0, stage IIIA.,She has been found more recently to have stage IV disease with metastatic deposits and recurrence involving the chest wall and lower left neck lymph nodes.,CURRENT MEDICATIONS,1.  Glucosamine complex.,2.  Toprol XL.,3.  Alprazolam,4.  Hydrochlorothiazide.,5.  Dyazide.,6.  Centrum.,Dr. X has given her some carboplatin and Taxol more recently and feels that she would benefit from electron beam radiotherapy to the left chest wall as well as the neck.  She previously received a total of 46.8 Gy in 26 fractions of external beam radiotherapy to the left supraclavicular area.  As such, I feel that we could safely re-treat the lower neck.  Her weight has increased to 189.5 from 185.2.  She does complain of some coughing and fatigue.,PHYSICAL EXAMINATION,NECK:  On physical examination palpable lymphadenopathy is present in the left lower neck and supraclavicular area.  No other cervical lymphadenopathy or supraclavicular lymphadenopathy is present.,RESPIRATORY:  Good air entry bilaterally. Examination of the chest wall reveals a small lesion where the chest wall recurrence was resected.  No lumps, bumps or evidence of disease involving the right breast is present.,ABDOMEN:  Normal bowel sounds, no hepatomegaly.  No tenderness on deep palpation. She has just started her last cycle of chemotherapy today, and she wishes to visit her daughter in Brooklyn, New York. After this she will return in approximately 3 to 4 weeks and begin her radiotherapy treatment at that time.,I look forward to keeping you informed of her progress.  Thank you for having allowed me to participate in her care.