Arguments for a valuable tool: Sentinel lymph node biopsy in malignant melanoma.

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  • Author(s): Petrou, Ilya
  • Source:
    Dermatology Times. Jan2007, Vol. 28 Issue 1, p130-135. 3p.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      BIOPSY; LYMPH nodes; CLINICAL pathology; MELANOMA; OPERATIVE surgery
    • Abstract:
      The article reports on the benefits of performing a sentinel lymph node biopsy immediately prior to the wide local excision of a primary melanoma. The technique increases the precision of prognostic assessment for patients, and may improve the outcome of treatment. The article highlights arguments in favor of sentinel lymph node biopsy.