The details of successful sentinel lymph node staging for breast cancer

Am J Surg. 2000 Oct;180(4):257-61. doi: 10.1016/s0002-9610(00)00467-0.

Abstract

Sentinel lymphadenectomy is an effective and accurate tool for staging breast cancer. In recent years the details of a successful program have become better defined. The authors outline practical considerations for the performance of successful sentinel lymph node staging from a multidisciplinary perspective.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Breast Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging
  • Breast Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Colloids
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lymph Nodes / diagnostic imaging
  • Lymphatic Metastasis
  • Neoplasm Staging
  • Radionuclide Imaging
  • Radiopharmaceuticals / administration & dosage
  • Safety
  • Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy / adverse effects
  • Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy / methods*

Substances

  • Colloids
  • Radiopharmaceuticals