Nuclear medicine in the detection of the sentinel node.

Glass, E C · Ann Surg Oncol · 2001

review · Level V

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Abstract

Lymphoscintigraphy and radioguided surgery are valuable tools for contemporary surgical staging of malignancies, but they require attention to detail and a moderate level of experience for optimal clinical use. Wide use of these procedures has demonstrated that the methodology can be learned with guidance from a few dozen cases. Their accurate use significantly enhances the sentinel node technique.

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