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How many women develop lymphedema after axillary lymph node removal during a mastectomy?
Approximately 10% to 20% of patients develop lymphedema after axillary lymph node removal. however if you get radiation your rate goes up to 50% and good chance of developing lymphedema
What is a modified radical mastectomy?
A modified radical is a total mastectomy with axillary lymph node dissection, but with preservation of the pectoral muscles.
What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of a lymph node?
Lymphadenectomy is the medical term meaning surgical removal of a lymph node.
Why should venipuncture be avoided on the affected side when a patient has had a mastectomy?
A patient who has had mastectomy may have blood drawn. You should avoid the side that has had lymph node dissection.
What is a small node of tissue that filters lymph?
A lymph node.
What risks are involved with modified radical mastectomy?
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia, which itself carries risk. Women may have short-term pain and tenderness. The most frequent risk of breast cancer surgery (with extensive lymph node removal) is edema
What area is antigen challenge and clonal selection most likely to occur?
Lymph node
What is the icd code for reactive lymph node?
A reactive lymph node is the same as an enlarged lymph node. Lymph nodes can become enlarged for a variety of reasons, most of which aren't serious. The ICD code for a reactive lymph node is 785.6.
What is para aortic prominent lymph node?
A paraaortic prominent lymph node is a lymph node more noticable than the others and found near the aorta.
What is the difference between an incision and excision of lymph nodes?
The difference between incision and excision of lymph nodes is very simple. The incision of a lymph node is when the biopsy only takes part of the lymph node during surgery. The excision of the lymph node is when the whole lymph node is removed.
Can a lymph node infection only affect left arm pit and left breast?
No, it could also occur in the lymph nodes on the sides of your neck.
What is the significance of sentinel lymph node?
A sentinel lymph node is the first lymph node that drains a cancer. If a cancer has not spread to the first draining lymph node near a cancer, there is a high likelihood it has not spread elsewhere.
