posted by smallsadie
30 August 2018
Waiting times
Last reply: 2 years ago
My brother has recently being diagnosed with melanoma - detected in a gland in his groin. He has met with his consultant but is now waiting on a PET scan. He has private health insurance and I was wondering if anyone knew approximately how long he will be waiting??
Hi ,
I am sorry to read of your brother’s diagnosis of Melanoma. From the time that the diagnosis is made through the staging scans is a particularly distressing time for you all. The PET scan will give an accurate staging of the diseases from which then determine the best restatement for a successful outcome.
The length of time between the getting the biopsy result and the next set of tests required to complete the diagnosis is an agonising one for all involved , The oncology service recognise this and every effort is made to expedite these tests. The length of time can vary a little depending on the demand for the actual radiology appointment, but generally it tends to be a week to 10 days. The Oncology nurse in charge of your brother’s care is best placed to answer this question on timelines in that hospital.
Kind regards,
Cancer Nursline