Clinical guidelines for surgical decision-making and follow-up care.
This minimally invasive technique identifies and removes only the first few lymph nodes that drain the breast. It is the standard for patients with no clinical signs of nodal involvement.
A more extensive removal of lymph nodes (typically 7–9), recommended if malignancy is confirmed in the axilla through biopsy or if SLNB results are positive. Complementary Locoregional Therapy