Sarcoma Appointment Preparation Checklist

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Before the visit I have my medicine and allergy list. I have relevant reports, scans, or the instructions for sharing them. I wrote down new symptoms or side effects and when they began. I know who I want to bring or call during the appointment. I put my three most important questions first.

Understanding the diagnosis What is the exact type and subtype of sarcoma? What do the pathology report, grade, and stage mean in my situation? Have the pathology and scans been reviewed by specialists experienced in sarcoma? Are more tests needed before decisions are made?

Treatment and decisions What is the goal of the proposed treatment? What options are available, and why do you recommend this one? What are the likely benefits, risks, and side effects? How soon does treatment need to begin? Would another specialist opinion be useful before treatment? Are clinical trials relevant to my subtype and situation?

Daily life and follow-up Which symptoms or side effects should I report, and whom should I contact? What should prompt an urgent call or emergency care? How could treatment affect work, mobility, fertility, caregiving, or travel? Can I meet a nurse navigator, social worker, rehabilitation professional, or financial counselor? What happens next, and when should I expect results or follow-up?

My three priority questions 1 2 3

Notes and next steps

Prepare for your appointment.

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