Marcell Roos

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About This Campaign

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Nikitha Roos
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BaB campaign
Location
Polokwane
South Africa
Location
Started 7 months ago
Open end-date

Background 

Since January 2026, Marcell has been battling persistent and worsening symptoms. After months of treating only the surface issues, a CT scan on April 7th finally revealed the underlying cause: a large anterior mediastinal mass (approximately 7 x 14 cm)

The Current Medical Situation

The mass is complex, encasing the aorta and compressing major veins—a condition known as Superior Vena Cava (SVC) Syndrome. However, we have taken a major step forward: the biopsy has been completed.

Preliminary findings suggest a Thymoma (subtype B2), though specialized immunohistochemical stains are currently being processed to rule out Lymphoma and confirm the final diagnosis. This confirmation is the "key" that will unlock the specific treatment plan Marcell needs.

The Plan: Moving treatment to Pretoria

To ensure Marcell receives the highest level of specialized care, we are in the process of moving him to Pretoria. Our next step is a consultation at Life...

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Campaign Updates

N. Roos • 30 Sep '26
Update: Milestone Reached Next Steps! Yesterday was a big day for Marcell—he completed his 6th overall round of chemotherapy and his 5th round of immunotherapy (Rituximab)! We are exceptionally t...

N. Roos • 11 Sep '26
Hi all. Marcell has had his 5th round of R-CHOP therapy this week. Unfortunately we had to source the whole session from Groenkloof Life Hospitaal after it was postponed for an extensive amount o...

N. Roos • 12 Aug '26
Hi all. This update follows yesterday's 4th administration of the chemotherapy at Steve Biko, and his first round of Rituximab from them. Yesterday was a very long day, but we are deeply thankful...

N. Roos • 18 Jul '26
We have wonderful news! Marcell’s recent scan shows the large anterior mediastinal mass has shrunk significantly, from 150 mm by 109 mm to 98 mm by 24 mm. Additionally, non-occlusive emboli were foun...
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