Surgery: 2,208 Real Stories

2,208 stories match surgery. 1,436 of them mention chemotherapy.

Cancer Stories

Liz, who was diagnosed with Lung CancerLung Cancer

Lung Cancer: Liz's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Liz, Female, 40s

Liz’s localized lung cancer was treated with surgery, chemotherapy, and 6 weeks of radiotherapy; by January 2016 her follow-up assessment was clear.

Vivre avec un Cancer du Poumon
OutcomeCancer-Free / NED
Ana, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Ana's Patient Story

Patient Info: Ana, Female, 40s

Biomarkers: Hormone-dependent tumor

Ana completed surgery, 6 months of chemotherapy, and 16 radiation sessions for hormone-dependent breast cancer and continued Tamoxifen plus quarterly Zoladex as recurrence-prevention therapy.

MatchTrial Historias Reales
OutcomeCare Ongoing
Danielle, who was diagnosed with Stage II Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage II Breast Cancer: Danielle's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Danielle, Female, 60s | Stage II

Danielle was listed as cancer-free after treatment for Stage II breast cancer that included mastectomy, chemotherapy, 5 weeks of radiation, and immunotherapy.

Fondation ARC
OutcomeCancer-Free / NED
Petra, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Stage IV Colorectal Cancer: Petra's Patient Story

Patient Info: Petra Thomas, Female, Under 40 | Stage IV

Metastatic Site: Liver; lung

By early 2015, Petra had lived through intensive treatment for Stage III rectal cancer, later liver and lung metastases, further metastases during rehabilitation, and ongoing treatment while building advocacy through Rote Hose.

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OutcomeSetback / Progression
Kirsten, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Kirsten's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Kirsten Seifert, Female, 50s

Kirsten had a strong tumor response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy, completed mastectomy with lymph node removal, was recovering in rehabilitation, and was rebuilding daily life through sport, prosthesis use, and peer support.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Annette, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Annette's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Annette Huber, Female, 40s

Annette completed breast-conserving surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, later regained daily routines and confidence, and continued to live with some fear of recurrence and arm-care precautions.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Laura, who was diagnosed with Stage III Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Stage III Colorectal Cancer: Laura's Patient Story

Patient Info: Laura Filip, Female, Under 40 | Stage III

Biomarkers: Lymph nodes involved

By July 2023, Laura was receiving chemotherapy every 2 weeks for Stage III rectal cancer with lymph node involvement, with radiation, rehabilitation, and further stoma-related operations still planned.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Ute, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Ute's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Ute Schuhmacher, Female, 60s

Ute had lived through initial breast cancer, a later recurrence, 13 operations, radiation complications, reconstruction problems, implant removal, and ongoing surveillance while relying on family, exercise, self-help, and resilience.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Klaus, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Klaus's Patient Story

Patient Info: Klaus Deckmann, Male, 60s

Biomarkers: No genetic mutation detected

Klaus completed surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation for male breast cancer and continued hormone therapy while using exercise, nutrition, rehabilitation, and peer support to manage side effects.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Margarete, who was diagnosed with Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer: Margarete's Patient Story

Patient Info: Margarete Reichle, Female, 70+

By autumn 2012, Margarete was recovering from recent colorectal cancer surgery, adjusting to bowel-function changes and major weight loss, and preparing for planned tablet-based medication therapy.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Sonja, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Sonja's Patient Story

Patient Info: Sonja Zeiss-Wengler, Female, 50s

Sonja had left mastectomy followed by chemotherapy and hormone therapy, chose not to have reconstruction, and used self-help work and open family communication to move forward after treatment.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Silvia, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage IV Breast Cancer: Silvia's Patient Story

Patient Info: Silvia Litsching, Female, 60s | Stage IV

Metastatic Site: Bone | Liver

Silvia lived for many years with metastatic breast cancer involving bone and liver, receiving repeated systemic, radiation, liver-directed, bone-directed, complementary, and rehabilitation-based care while remaining active and positive.

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OutcomeLiving With Cancer
Clara, who was diagnosed with Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer: Clara's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Clara Ott, Female, 70+

By spring 2013, Clara was living independently after rectal cancer surgery, total colectomy, and ileostomy, with 3 years without bowel obstruction after carefully rebuilding her diet.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Elke, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Elke's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Elke Ferch, Female, 60s

Elke lived through right mastectomy, lymph node removal, radiation/chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and later recurrences, and later described breast cancer in the past tense while focusing on gratitude, self-worth, and a fuller life.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Claudia, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Claudia's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Claudia Kressmann, Female, 50s

Claudia completed mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation, later had autologous fat-tissue reconstruction, and became active in breast cancer support work after regaining confidence in her body.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Emil, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Stage IV Colorectal Cancer: Emil's Patient Story

Patient Info: Emil Groh, Male, 50s | Stage IV

Metastatic Site: Lung; liver

Emil died in hospice in spring 2013 after end-stage rectal cancer with lung and liver metastases did not respond to chemotherapy.

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OutcomeIn Memory
Heiner, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

BRCA2 Breast Cancer: Heiner's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Heiner Töpfer, Male, 60s

Biomarkers: BRCA2 mutation

Heiner completed treatment for localized male breast cancer, continued surveillance because of a BRCA2 mutation, later had prostatectomy for prostate cancer, and became active in advocacy for men with breast cancer.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Jasmin, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

BRCA1 Breast Cancer: Jasmin's Patient Story

Patient Info: Jasmin Nussing, Female, Under 40

Biomarkers: BRCA1 mutation

Jasmin completed major breast cancer treatment while continuing technical school, had BRCA1-related long-term risk management ahead, and required ongoing heart monitoring related to antibody/immunotherapy.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Rosi, who was diagnosed with Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer: Rosi's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Rosi Blumenthal, Female, 70+

By spring 2013, Rosi had completed surgery, chemotherapy, and most planned radiation, and was managing long-term digestive, nerve, dental, and urinary side effects while staying active in family and community life.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Tanja, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

BRCA2 Breast Cancer: Tanja's Patient Story

Patient Info: Tanja Auer, Female, 40s

Biomarkers: BRCA2 mutation

Tanja completed treatment for breast cancer in both breasts, learned she carries a BRCA2 mutation, continued close surveillance, and was considering preventive ovary removal while awaiting genetic-test implications for her daughters.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Angelika, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Angelika's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Angelika Keller, Female, 60s

Angelika completed breast-conserving surgery and radiation after screen-detected breast cancer, used rehabilitation and psychotherapy for recovery, and continued self-examination, exercise, and caregiving routines.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Erna, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Stage IV Colorectal Cancer: Erna's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Erna Hettich, Female, 70+ | Stage IV

Biomarkers: Possible familial colorectal cancer pattern; no genetic test result reported

Metastatic Site: Lung

By winter 2012, Erna had completed rectal cancer surgery, adjuvant chemotherapy/radiation, later lung-metastasis surgery, and rehabilitation, and she was living more consciously with family, faith, and volunteer work.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Silke, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Silke's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Silke Winter, Female, 50s

Silke completed breast-conserving surgery and radiation, received anti-hormone therapy, returned to work, used rehabilitation and psycho-oncology, and rebuilt life priorities after false alarms during follow-up.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Waltraud, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Waltraud's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Waltraud Amann, Female, 60s

Waltraud lived more than 18 years after her first breast cancer, experienced a right-axillary recurrence, returned to work through a gradual model, and managed long-term lymphoedema and menopausal symptoms during survivorship.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment