Records
- Doctor's notes and discharge summaries
- All blood test reports, especially the most recent
- Scan reports and the images (CD, DVD, USB or online link) for ultrasound, CT, MRI/MRCP and PET
- Endoscopy, EUS, ERCP and colonoscopy reports, with photos if available
- Biopsy and cytology reports; if possible, the slides and blocks for review
- Operation notes, if you've had surgery
About you
- A list of all your medicines, including blood thinners and supplements
- Allergies
- A short timeline of symptoms (when it started, what's been done)
- Family history of pancreas, bowel, stomach or liver disease
Your questions
Write down what matters most to you. Common ones:
- What exactly is the diagnosis, and how sure are we?
- What are all my options, including waiting?
- What are the benefits and risks of each?
- What happens if I do nothing for now?
Bring someone along
A family member or friend can help remember the discussion and ask questions.