Sentinel Lymph Node Scintigraphy and Biopsy in Head and Neck Cancers
Journal Title: Nükleer Tıp Seminerleri - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
Cervical lymph node metastasis is one of the most important prognostic parameter in head and neck cancers. Most head and neck tumors have occult metastases rates exceeding 15-20%, and elective treatment of the neck is generally recommended. Although this approach has a positive impact on survival, it results in execution of more aggressive surgical and non-surgical treatments in a significant number of patients without occult metastasis and patients’ possible confrontation with these treatment morbidities. In this article, sentinel lymph node biopsy, which is the most sensitive method for detecting occult lymph node metastasis, will be discussed with its contemporary clinical applications, results, and contributions for avoiding treatment morbidities.
Authors and Affiliations
Ahmet Ömer İkiz, Berna Değirmenci Polack
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