Biopsy benefits
Patients who've had all their lymph nodes removed suffer from unpleasant side effects, including arm swelling, reduced shoulder movement and the risk of infection.
Doctors have just completed a nationwide trial. Patients in the trial seemed to suffer fewer side effects and were ready to leave hospital two days before patients receiving conventional treatment.
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Removing the sentinel node
Image: Amit Goyal, Univ. of Wales |
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