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Breast Cancer
Researchers from Okayama University report recent findings in breast cancer
October 2nd, 2008
According to a study from Okayama, Japan, " In patients with early breast cancer, sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) has been emerging as a new standard of care. The use of SLNB with a blue dye is convenient and safe, but it requires a high level of technical skill." "Recently, an instrument that can provide fluorescence imaging of lymphatic flow has been introduced. In the present study, we analyzed breast lymphatic pathways and discussed its potential as a modality to complement the use of SLNB with a blue dye. Thirty-seven consecutive patients with breast cancer were examined. To obtain fluorescence imaging, an invisible near-infrared fluorescence imaging system was...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2008-10-02)
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