The sentinel node in breast cancer: an update

Cancer Imaging. 2005 Nov 23;5 Spec No A(Spec No A):S3-9. doi: 10.1102/1470-7330.2005.0039.

Abstract

There has been rapid acceptance of sentinel lymph node biopsy into the management of breast cancer over the past 10 years. This article seeks to highlight the controversies and to summarise its current status.

MeSH terms

  • Breast Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Lymph Nodes / diagnostic imaging*
  • Lymphatic Metastasis / diagnosis*
  • Radionuclide Imaging
  • Radiopharmaceuticals
  • Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy*

Substances

  • Radiopharmaceuticals