Mesothelioma Cancer

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My friend was diagnosed in april 08 with stage 1 pancreatic cancer. has had chemo and radiation since which stopped the tumor from growing. underwent the whipple 2 days ago. The cancer did not spread and was only in the head of the pancreas They removed 95% of the tumor. The remaining 5% is laying right ontop of the artery. when they pull the tumor up it was what was left i guess and they did not want to scrape it. My question is does anyone know what her outcome might be? i know theres to many outcomes to consider but a general idea of what to expect? Could the remaining 5% be treated with chemo and radiation?

i would really appreciate if anyone could answer/provide links for additional info on the following topics:
-why is 5 years used to measure survival rate for pancreatic cancer? i feel like other cancers used 10 years
-what is the likelihood that someone who had pancreatic cancer and is now cancer free will develop it again?
-is it common for someone who has survived pancreatic cancer to miss its return? (more specifically miss it on the tests given by doctors during check-ups)
-can pancreatic cancer lead to other types of cancer?
-what effect does the spreading of pancreatic cancer to the lymph nodes have on survival rate, and survivors ability to stay cancer free?
-basically any information about the likelihood of cancer returning to those who are considered cancer free for between 1 and 2 years.
thanks!

had stage 1 tumor on tail of pancrist. Had 60% pan. removed along with spleen. Told most people only live 2 to 3 years even after having chemo for 6 months after surgery. Anyone have any more information or have lived longer?

a mass was found in one of my family members pancreas which is also next to stomach.Waiting for results to see what stage. What can i do or say to help with this devastating news.

My mom is in the ICU, she has pancreatic cancer.She has been living with it for almost 2 years.2 weeks ago she had to go In because she had a infection on her arm and they found a cyst on her liver.I thought that was not harmful and the doc said she would be fine.In less than a week she is in the ICU spitting up blood.I want to prepare myself because the doc seems not to give me a answer.What do you think her chances are she will pull trough this.Honest answers please.Thank you.