Jon had the CT and we saw the first surgeon this morning. Unfortunately the tumor in question has not shrunk, it has actually increased in size and is still abutted to the vena cava. Dr. Hart feels strongly that the risk of complication (bleeding) from the surgery prohibits the liver resection. He also doesn't recommend the ablation or tissue samples at this time because of the risk of potential damage to the mostly healthy left lobe. We see Dr. Chue on Tuesday and Dr. Precht (second surgeon) on Thursday. Dr Precht is know for a more aggressive approach so it is possible he would consider the ablation but I am sure he would also rule against the resection. If Precht also veto's the surgery I would expect Jon to start back on chemo the following week. It has been 10 months since he's had oxyplatin and 5FU so he would be able to use that cocktail again which gave us the best results thus far.